Sheffield Shield Squads Announced as Tournament Resumes

The Sheffield Shield has officially resumed following the conclusion of the Big Bash League (BBL) break. This prestigious domestic cricket tournament is set to feature crucial matchups as teams vie for top positions. Below is a detailed overview of the upcoming fixtures and team lineups.

Victoria vs Queensland

The match between Victoria and Queensland is expected to be a highlight of the round. Victoria remains a strong contender for the final scheduled in late March. Despite missing several key players, they will still field a competitive side.

• Victoria’s Squad:
  • Peter Handscomb (captain)
  • Dylan Brasher
  • Xavier Crone
  • Harry Dixon
  • Sam Elliott
  • Sam Harper
  • Campbell Kellaway
  • Blake Macdonald
  • David Moody
  • Todd Murphy
  • Fergus O’Neill
  • Mitch Perry
  • Tom Rogers
• Queensland’s Squad:
  • Marnus Labuschagne (captain)
  • Hugo Burdon
  • Jack Clayton
  • Lachlan Hearne
  • Hayden Kerr
  • Usman Khawaja
  • Michael Neser
  • Jimmy Peirson
  • Jem Ryan
  • Tom Straker
  • Mitchell Swepson
  • Hugh Weibgen
  • Tom Whitney

Key Player Updates

Victoria will be without Marcus Harris, who is recovering from back surgery, and Ollie Peake, who is representing the Australia Under-19s. Captain Will Sutherland will also miss the match, leaving Peter Handscomb to lead the team.

On the other hand, Queensland welcomes back star players Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja, and Michael Neser, although they will miss Matt Renshaw and Xavier Bartlett due to their commitments at the T20 World Cup.

New South Wales vs South Australia

New South Wales (NSW) will face South Australia in another significant fixture. Despite returning from his recent Pakistan tour, Jack Edwards will captain NSW. Additionally, Will Salzmann is set to resume his role as opener after recovering from a hamstring injury.

• New South Wales Squad:
  • Jack Edwards (captain)
  • Joel Davies
  • Peter Francis
  • Ryan Hadley
  • Liam Hatcher
  • Sam Konstas
  • Kurtis Patterson
  • Josh Philippe
  • Will Salzmann
  • Tanveer Sangha
  • Lachlan Shaw
  • Charlie Stobo
• South Australia Squad:
  • Jordan Buckingham
  • Alex Carey
  • Brendan Doggett
  • Mackenzie Harvey
  • Henry Hunt
  • Hanno Jacobs
  • Jake Lehmann
  • Nathan McAndrew
  • Nathan McSweeney (captain)
  • Lloyd Pope
  • Jason Sangha
  • Liam Scott

Injury Updates

Steven Smith is not expected to play this season, and Mitchell Starc will return only for the IPL. Nathan Lyon’s season has been cut short due to a hamstring injury.

South Australia will be boosted by the return of Alex Carey and Brendan Doggett, while allrounder Ben Manenti participates in the T20 World Cup.

Western Australia vs Tasmania

Western Australia (WA) is set to see Jhye Richardson back in action for his first Shield match in 15 months. He aims to play three matches later in the season, although this is still tentative.

• Western Australia Squad:
  • Sam Whiteman (captain)
  • Cameron Bancroft
  • Hilton Cartwright
  • Brody Couch
  • Joel Curtis
  • Sam Fanning
  • Cameron Gannon
  • Jayden Goodwin
  • Aaron Hardie
  • Liam Haskett
  • Jhye Richardson
  • Corey Rocchiccioli
  • Teague Wyllie
• Tasmania Squad:
  • Jordan Silk (captain)
  • Gabe Bell
  • Jackson Bird
  • Nikhil Chaudhary
  • Jake Doran
  • Caleb Jewell
  • Raf MacMillan
  • Aidan O’Connor
  • Billy Stanlake
  • Charlie Wakim
  • Tim Ward
  • Jake Weatherald
  • Beau Webster

Conclusion

The Sheffield Shield matches promise to deliver exciting cricket as teams aim for critical positions ahead of the final. Fans can look forward to high-stakes encounters as the tournament unfolds on Filmogaz.com.