Western Australia v South Australia (24th Match)Day 1

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Saturday 20 Feb 2027

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Western Australia Cricket Association Ground • 

East Perth, AustraliaShow on map

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Western Australia cricket team is one of Australia’s leading state sides, representing the state in the Sheffield Shield and Marsh Western Australia1. Based in Perth, the team plays its home matches at the WACA Ground, a historic venue known for its fast, bouncy pitch. Western Australia has a strong record in domestic cricket, winning multiple Sheffield Shield and one-day competition titles and producing many players who have represented Western Australia2. Notable past players include Dennis Lillee, Adam Gilchrist and Justin Langer, while more recent representatives include Mitchell Marsh, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis and Jhye Richardson. The state team is separate from the Perth Scorchers, the city’s Big Bash League franchise, although some players have appeared for both sides. Western Australia’s traditional gold and black colours and competitive performances make the team a prominent part of Australian domestic cricket. Supporters can follow its fixtures, results, player profiles and championship history across the season, with Sheffield Shield matches showcasing four-day cricket and the Marsh Western Australia1 offering a 50-over format. Its blend of experienced internationals and emerging talent continues to make Western Australia a major force in the national game.

South Western Australia2, known as the West End Redbacks, is a leading Australian domestic cricket team representing the state in men’s first-class and limited-overs competitions. The side competes in the Sheffield Shield, Australia’s premier domestic first-class tournament, and the Western Australia1, formerly known as the Matador Cup and other sponsored names. Based at Western Australia0, the Redbacks play at one of the country’s most historic cricket grounds, which has hosted international matches and major finals. South Australia has a proud record in domestic cricket, winning multiple Sheffield Shield titles, including back-to-back championships in 1995–96 and 1996–97, and claiming national one-day competition titles. The team has helped develop many prominent Australian players, among them Darren Lehmann, Jason Gillespie, Travis Head and Alex Carey. Head and Carey have represented Western Australia2 across international formats, while Lehmann and Gillespie enjoyed successful playing and coaching careers. With a strong connection to Adelaide’s cricket community, South Australia remains a regular contender in national competitions and an important pathway for emerging talent seeking professional and international opportunities. Fans follow the Redbacks for their history, home-ground atmosphere and role in Australian cricket.