Confident Tigers Gear Up for Sheffield Shield Clash Against Victoria
After a thrilling win over Western Australia, the Tasmanian Tigers are heading into their next Sheffield Shield battle with renewed confidence and momentum. The team is set to take on Victoria at the CitiPower Centre in Melbourne from October 28 to 31, and the atmosphere around the squad couldn’t be more positive.
That victory over Western Australia was a statement performance. Tasmania showed impressive resilience, both with the bat and the ball, proving they’re not just contenders—they’re genuine threats in this year’s red-ball competition. Jake Weatherald was in top form, coming agonizingly close to a century with 94 runs, while skipper Jordan Silk anchored the innings with a solid 57. Their efforts helped the Tigers secure a commanding 258-run lead before the bowlers stepped up to finish the job in thrilling fashion.
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It was the pace trio of Jackson Bird, Gabe Bell, and Riley Meredith who stole the spotlight late in the match. Their combined effort dismantled Western Australia’s chase, with Bird taking 2 for 54, Bell 3 for 79, and Meredith a fiery 3 for 41. The final moments were tense—Western Australia fell just three runs short of their target, reminding everyone why Sheffield Shield cricket remains one of the most gripping contests in the domestic circuit.
Now, Tasmania shifts focus to Victoria, and there’s some good news for fans. Beau Webster, who missed earlier matches due to a rolled ankle, has been cleared to play. He’s back in the squad fully fit and ready to contribute with both bat and ball. Another addition to watch out for is Ruwantha Kellapotha, who recently made his One Day Cup debut. If selected, he’ll earn his Sheffield Shield cap number 217—a proud moment for the young player.
However, the Tigers will be missing a couple of key names. Matt Kuhnemann and Mitch Owen are unavailable as they join Australia’s white-ball squad for the T20 series against India. Nivethan Radhakrishnan also steps out from the lineup that faced Western Australia.
The 13-man Tasmanian squad includes Gabe Bell, Jackson Bird, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jake Doran, Kieran Elliott, Brad Hope, Caleb Jewell, Ruwantha Kellapotha, Riley Meredith, Jordan Silk, Tim Ward, Jake Weatherald, and Beau Webster.
With first ball scheduled for 10:30 am (AEDT) and live coverage on Kayo Sports and cricket.com.au, all eyes will be on whether Tasmania can maintain their winning momentum. The Tigers are coming in with confidence, balance, and belief—three ingredients that could make their clash against Victoria one to remember.
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