Cricket News

The opener celebrated his national call-up with an unbeaten second-innings 81 as Queenland clinched their first Shield title in six years

With rain in forecast, Tasmania are chasing a miracle to snatch the title from Queensland who took a 39-run lead on the fourth day

The major issue for Tasmania is time is running out, with only two days remaining to force an outright victory; the hosts will win the Shield if the match is drawn

The wicketkeeper led a strong rearguard, while Silk, Bailey and Milekno failed to kick on after half-centuries on second day in Brisbane

No play possible on day one, despite mostly clear conditions in Brisbane; overnight rain and a wet outfield get in the way at Allan Border Field