Match: WAC vs SAC – Sheffield Shield 2024-25
Date: 8th February 2025 | 8:00 AM IST
Venue: Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth
Match Overview:
Western Australia will take on South Australia in the 21st match of the Sheffield Shield 2024-25 season. South Australia has been impressive so far, sitting at the top of the points table with a strong track record, whereas defending champions Western Australia have had a mixed season. Can Western Australia bounce back and defeat the table-toppers South Australia?
Recent Performance:
- Western Australia:
WAC has won 2, lost 2, and drawn 2 of their 6 matches so far. Despite a decent start to the season, they have struggled in their recent games, including heavy losses to Victoria and New South Wales. - South Australia:
SAC has been exceptional this season with 3 wins and 2 draws, placing them at the top of the table. Their only loss came against New South Wales, but they’ve bounced back strongly.
Team Previews:
Western Australia:
- Batting: Hilton Cartwright and Jayden Goodwin have been in fine form, leading the run-scoring charts.
- Bowling: Cameron Gannon and Corey Rocchiccioli have been the top wicket-takers.
- Key Players: Jayden Goodwin, Hilton Cartwright, Cameron Gannon, Corey Rocchiccioli
- Predicted XI:
Cameron Bancroft, Sam Whiteman (c), Jayden Goodwin, Hilton Cartwright, Joel Curtis, Josh Inglis (wk), Hamish McKenzie, Cameron Gannon, Brody Couch, Corey Rocchiccioli, Lance Morris
South Australia:
- Batting: Jason Sangha and Henry Hunt have been crucial to their success with big scores.
- Bowling: Ben Manenti and Nathan McAndrew have been instrumental in taking wickets.
- Key Players: Jason Sangha, Henry Hunt, Nathan McAndrew, Ben Manenti
- Predicted XI:
Henry Hunt, Ben Manenti (c), Conor McInerney, Jason Sangha, Jake Lehmann, Liam Scott, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Wes Agar, Harry Nielsen (wk), Nathan McAndrew, Henry Thornton
Pitch & Weather Conditions:
- Weather: Sunny with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 30°C. Breezy conditions are expected with no significant chance of rain.
- Pitch: The pitch at WACA is known for its bounce and pace, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Teams should look to bat first if they win the toss, as it’s a multi-day game.
Toss Prediction:
- Toss: To Bat
- Reasoning: WACA tends to favor the team batting first, and with a multi-day format, batting first is generally advantageous.
Match Prediction:
- South Australia has been in great form this season, while Western Australia has had a mixed run. Despite being defending champions, Western Australia has struggled in recent games. Given their current form, South Australia is the slight favorite to win this contest.
We predict that South Australia will defeat Western Australia in this match.
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