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South Australia wrap up huge win to start summer in style

South Australia completed an innings victory against Victoria in a rematch of last summer's Shield final

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:59 AM
South Australia wrap up huge win to start summer in style
Key Things to Know
  • South Australia defeated Victoria by an innings and 40 runs at Junction Oval.
  • Noah McFadyen top-scored for South Australia with 134 runs and took the final wicket.
  • Victoria were dismissed for 224 in their second innings after posting 244 in their first.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Australia began their Sheffield Shield campaign with a commanding victory, defeating Victoria by an innings and 40 runs at Junction Oval. In a rematch of the previous summer's final, the two-time defending champions secured the win after posting an imposing 508 runs in their first innings.

Victoria, who managed 244 in their initial innings, were bowled out for 224 in their second innings despite Fergus O'Neill top-scoring with 62. Noah McFadyen, who scored 134 in South Australia's innings, claimed the final wicket, while Nathan McAndrew and Henry Thornton took three wickets each.

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