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South Australia vs Western Australia, SSD, Today Match Prediction
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Can South Australia beat Western Australia?
- Western Australia’s Aaron Hardie has scored 165 runs at 82.50 avg.
- South Australia’s trio of Brendan Doggett, Henry Thornton and Nathan McAndrew have combined 22 wickets.
- Nathan McSweeney to score at least 50 runs in this match.
Western Australia to Win
| Tournament: | Sheffield Shield, 2026-2027 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide, Australia |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
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SAC vs WAC Match Prediction & Analysis
The Sheffield Shield 2026-27 continues with an exciting match-up between South Australia and Western Australia at Adelaide Oval, starting on 28 October. Both sides sit near the top of the early table after two rounds.
Western Australia lead with one win and one draw (9.77 points), while South Australia have one win and one loss (9.42 points). South Australia will be looking to bounce back on home soil after a recent setback, while Western Australia aim to maintain their unbeaten start and push for an outright result.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
SAC
L
W
W
W
W
SAC
241/10 in 43.5 5.5
MODC 2026-27
South Australia beat Victoria by 70 runs344/10 in 49.3 6.95
WAC
L
L
W
L
W
WAC
293/9 in 46.3 6.3
MODC 2026-27
New South Wales beat Western Australia by 78 runs371/8 in 50.0 7.42
246/10 in 44.0 5.59
MODC 2026-27
Queensland beat Western Australia by 15 runs261/10 in 45.2 5.76
115/10 in 30.2 3.79
MODC 2026-27
Tasmania beat Western Australia by 9 wickets
117/1 in 16.2 7.16
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 10 Matches
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164/10 in 37.4
MODC2024-25
South Australia beat Western Australia by 2 runs
166/10 in 37.5
TEAMS PREVIEW
South Australia Preview
South Australia began the season in emphatic fashion, thrashing Victoria by an innings and 40 runs after posting a massive 508 at Junction Oval. However, they suffered a reverse in their second outing, losing to Queensland by six wickets at Adelaide Oval after being bowled out for 203 and 145.
The batting has shown both promise and fragility. Ben Manenti has been the standout with 189 runs in three innings, closely followed by Jake Lehmann (160 runs in three innings) and Noah McFadyen, who made a superb 134 in his only innings so far.
Henry Hunt (79) and Nathan McSweeney (55) have also contributed, but the side will need more consistent contributions from the top order after the collapse against Queensland.
The bowling attack has been productive. Brendan Doggett leads the way with 8 wickets in four innings, while Henry Thornton and Nathan McAndrew have 7 wickets each. Ben Manenti has added four wickets to his batting returns, underlining his all-round value.
South Australia Predicted Playing XI:
Henry Hunt, Jake Weatherald, Nathan McSweeney (C), Jason Sangha, Jake Lehmann, Liam Scott, Henry Nielsen (WK), Ben Manenti, Nathan McAndrew, Henry Thornton, Brendan Doggett.
South Australia Key Players From Previous Game Of Sheffield Shield, 2026-2027
Western Australia Preview
Western Australia have made a solid start to the campaign, remaining unbeaten after two matches. They edged Queensland by two wickets in a tight contest at the WACA and then fought out a hard earned draw against New South Wales, posting 339 and 244 for 9 in reply to big totals.
The batting has been led by Aaron Hardie, who tops their run scoring charts with 165 runs in three innings. Kieran Elliott (114 runs in four innings) and Joel Paris (110 runs in four innings) have provided solid support, while Sam Whiteman and Joel Curtis both sit on 89 runs. The middle and lower order have shown fight, which proved crucial in both their results so far.
With the ball, Jhye Richardson has been the standout, claiming 9 wickets in four innings. Corey Rocchiccioli has taken six wickets, Albert Esterhuysen got 5, while Joel Paris and Kieran Elliott have 4 scalps each, highlighting the all-round balance in the side.
Western Australia Predicted Playing XI:
Cameron Bancroft, Sam Whiteman, Jayden Goodwin, Hilton Cartwright, Aaron Hardie (C), Joel Curtis (WK), Joel Paris, Kieran Elliot, Jhye Richardson, Corey Rocchiccioli, Liam Haskett.
Western Australia Key Players From Previous Game Of Sheffield Shield, 2026-2027
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather forecast is likely to be mixed during the game at the Adelaide Oval and surrounding area. The first two days would be mostly clear and sunny skies. However the next two days would see clouds hover over the sky. The temperature is mostly likely to be in the range between 23-18°C. Despite clouds on the latter two days, there is no rain intervention likely.
SAC vs WAC Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BattingBatting Conditions
High ScoringPace Bowling
SwingSpin Bowling
Average Turn
A true and balanced surface with good bounce and carry is expected at the Adelaide Oval. Pacers get early movement with the new ball, especially seam. Batters who settle can score well. The pitch tends to slow and offer some turn for spinners later in the match, particularly in day 3 and 4.
Toss: To Bat
The captain who win the toss would want to bat first. The surface is going to be at its best for batting on the opening two days. And with clouds forming on the latter two days, it could help the bowling side.
SAC vs WAC
Winning Prediction
Western Australia are slight favourites. Unbeaten after two matches, they hold a strong all-round balance with Aaron Hardie’s 165 runs and Jhye Richardson’s nine wickets. South Australia have home advantage and solid contributions from Ben Manenti (189 runs) and Jake Lehmann, but WA’s greater consistency and ability to grind out results should edge them ahead.
Western Australia to Win
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