South Australia Makes History with Record Sheffield Shield Win

South Australia clinched its first Sheffield Shield title in 29 years by chasing a record 269 runs in an Australian first-class cricket final, defeating Queensland by four wickets on the penultimate day. Jason Sangha and Alex Carey were pivotal, sharing a 202-run stand.

In a historic achievement, South Australia captured its first Sheffield Shield title in nearly three decades by successfully chasing a monumental 269 runs. The remarkable feat unfolded in the Australian first-class cricket final, held against Queensland.

On the fourth day of the five-day final, South Australia posted 270-6 to clinch a four-wicket victory. Central to this success was Jason Sangha, who remained unbeaten at 126, and Alex Carey, contributing a vital 105 runs. Together, they forged a decisive 202-run partnership that effectively sealed their team's triumph.

Earlier in the match, Queensland staggered with a mere 95 runs in its first innings, marking the lowest first-innings total in a Shield final. Despite a valiant comeback featuring centuries from Jack Wildermuth and Jack Clayton pushing Queensland to 445 — a lead of 269 — it wasn’t enough to outpace South Australia’s historic pursuit.

(With inputs from agencies.)