Marsh and Whiteman's epic powers WA

Queensland 2 for 111 (Hemphrey 44, Forrest 34*) trail Western Australia 7 for 417 declared (Marsh 164*, Whiteman 120, Hopes 2-54) by 306 runs
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Shaun Marsh and Sam Whiteman both raised hundreds during a 255-run stand for the fifth wicket, as Western Australia compiled a mammoth 7 for 417 against Queensland before declaring. Beginning on an overnight score of 4 for 225, Marsh and Whiteman batted together for more than 85 overs, helping the team over the 400-run mark. Marsh hit 22 fours and two sixes during his 164, while Whiteman's 120 featured 13 fours.

Queensland began their reply with a solid opening stand worth 50 between Joe Burns and Charlie Hemphrey, but Andrew Tye and Ashton Agars removed both openers in quick succession, as the team ended the day at 2 for 111, trailing by 306 runs.