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Gilkes, Wadia shine in SA’s big one-day win over Victoria

Matthew Gilkes hit his first century in professional cricket and Jerrssis Wadia snared three wickets in the 70-run win

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Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 12:07 PM

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South Australia defeated Victoria by 70 runs behind Matthew Gilkes' maiden professional century and Jerrssis Wadia's bowling.
Victoria was bowled out for 241 in 43.5 overs chasing South Australia's first-innings total of 311.
Gilkes rescued South Australia from 3-16 by scoring 127 runs from 115 deliveries at No. 5.

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Matthew Gilkes scored his maiden professional century and Jerrssis Wadia took three wickets to lead South Australia to a 70-run one-day victory over Victoria at Junction Oval. Gilkes struck 127 off 115 balls to rescue South Australia from early trouble and post 311. Victoria looked competitive during a 114-run stand between Ollie Peake and Liam Blackford, but collapsed to 241 all out.

Wadia proved decisive with his left-arm spin, finishing with 3-37 from 10 overs, which included the wicket of Glenn Maxwell. Victoria lost 5-42 following Peake's dismissal for 73, while an injured Sam Elliott was unable to bat.

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Gilkes, Wadia shine in SA’s big one-day win over Victoria

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