Danny Cowley gave debuts to five of his starting XI at Hillsborough, while Marlon Pack marked his second bow for the Blues.
The outcome was a breathless 3-3 at Hillsborough – and here are our player ratings...
. Portsmouth midfielder Joe Pigott during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Gillingham and Portsmouth at the MEMS Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham, England on 16 July 2022.
Joe Pigott was handed his Pompey debut in today's League One curtain raiser at Sheffield Wednesday. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
. Josh Griffiths - 5
Distribution let him down in the first half and will be disappointed at manner of second goal. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
. Joe Rafferty - 7
Really encouraging start to Pompey career. Some important blocks, particularly from Gregory in second half. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
. Michael Morrison - 7
Despite lack of pre-season, stood firm and showed his defensive qualities and willingness to scrap. Pic: Portsmouth FC. Photo: Portsmouth FC
. Sean Raggett - 7
Looked a little rusty at first, but full of heart and bravery as ever. Headed one off line in second half. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
. Connor Ogilvie - 7
Surprisingly grabbed Pompey’s first goal of the season, while yet again showed his love for defending in some tough moments. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
9. Michael Jacobs - 7
Quiet first half but some good moments after the break and netted diving header from a yard to level at 1-1. Replaced on 75 mins by Reeco Hackett. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
10. Colby Bishop - 8
One headed goal on his debut and will no doubt claim another. Energetic, mobile and showed he can finish from few opportunities. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
11. Joe Pigott - 8
Found feet in the second half and two lovely crosses from the right earned goals to show his all-round talents. Replaced on 88 mins by Jay Mingi. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
12. Dane Scarlett - 6
Replace Colby Bishop in 75th minute, but had little time to show attacking talents with Blues forced to defend. Picture: Paul Harding/Getty Images Photo: Paul Harding