Queensland vs Victoria, SSD, Today Match Prediction

QSL vs VAC Match Prediction & Analysis

The competition is getting intense in Sheffield Shield 2026-27 as we enter the third round of games. Queensland aim to move up on the points table as they face Victoria in the 9th match. Queensland beat South Australia in the last game and aim to build on the momentum here. Victoria will be under pressure after their loss against Tasmania in the last game. 

Queensland play at home and know the conditions well. They have won their last three games against Victoria, which will boost their confidence. Victoria, on the other hand, hasn't had a strong campaign so far. The top and middle order have struggled in both matches. It is a high-pressure contest for them, and it will be interesting to see if they can deliver. 

RECENT PERFORMANCE

QSL

W L W L L

SAC

203/10 in 68.1 2.98

SSD

Queensland beat South Australia by 6 wickets 19 Oct 2026

QSL

238/10 in 77.4 3.06

SAC

397/7 in 50.0 7.94

MODC 2026-27

South Australia won by 126 runs 17 Oct 2026

QSL

271/10 in 40.1 6.75

WAC

246/10 in 44.0 5.59

MODC 2026-27

Queensland beat Western Australia by 15 runs 13 Oct 2026

QSL

261/10 in 45.2 5.76

WAC

175/10 in 73.1 2.39

SSD

Western Australia beat Queensland by 2 wickets 08 Oct 2026

QSL

307/10 in 90.3 3.39

QSL

364/10 in 49.5 7.3

MODC 2026-27

New South Wales beat Queensland by 4 wickets 22 Sep 2026

NSW

359/6 in 49.0 7.33

VAC

W L L L W

TSC

137/10 in 25.2 5.41

MODC 2026-27

Victoria beat Tasmania by 138 runs (D/L) method 24 Oct 2026

VAC

304/7 in 50.0 6.08

VAC

241/10 in 43.5 5.5

MODC 2026-27

South Australia beat Victoria by 70 runs 12 Oct 2026

SAC

344/10 in 49.3 6.95

VAC

244/10 in 84.3 2.89

SSD

South Australia beat Victoria by 40 runs 07 Oct 2026

SAC

508/10 in 135.3 3.75

VAC

212/10 in 44.5 4.73

MODC 2026-27

New South Wales beat Victoria by 47 runs 25 Sep 2026

NSW

257/10 in 48.5 5.26

QSL

335/7 in 50.0 6.7

MODC 2026-27

Victoria beat Queensland by 3 wickets

19 Sep 2026

VAC

339/7 in 49.5 6.8

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Queensland Preview

Mitchell Swepson and his men have made a strong comeback after starting the season with a loss. Their bowling attack shone in the last game against South Australia, where they won by 6 wickets. The side has enjoyed a strong run against Victoria over the last two seasons, and Swepson wants his team to continue the winning streak with a strong showing here. 

Openers Hugh Weibgen and Angus Lovell are getting out quickly, and the team expects the pair to deliver a strong start. Jack Clayton has been rock solid in the middle order with 189 runs in two games and must steer the innings with Hugo Burdon and Lachlan Hearne. Jimmy Peirson is the team's most experienced batter and must do well in the lower-middle order with Hayden Kerr. 

Xavier Bartlett has picked up 16 wickets in two games and feels confident heading into this game. He must deliver early breakthroughs alongside Jem Ryan. Cameron Gannon has also troubled the batters, and the team expects good spells from him and Mitchell Swepson in the middle. Hayden Kerr and Hugh Weibgen add to the team's bowling options and must do well in the supporting act. 

Interesting Stats

1. Jack Clayton has made 189 runs in two games at an average of 63.00  
2. Xavier Bartlett has picked up 16 wickets in 2 games at an average of 11.81 
   
   

QLD Over/Under Betting Tips

Hugh Weibgen First Innings Runs Over 25.5 @ 1.85 (puntit) 

Queensland Predicted Playing XI:

Mitchell Swepson (c), Hugh Weibgen, Angus Lovell, Hugo Burdon, Jack Clayton, Lachlan Hearne, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Hayden Kerr, Xavier Bartlett, Cameron Gannon, Jem Ryan

Victoria Preview

After the first two rounds of games, Will Sutherland's team sits at the bottom of the points table. They have suffered back-to-back losses and went down by 4 runs to Tasmania. This loss hurts the team because they made a strong comeback after struggling for most of the game. It is a must-win contest for them, and Sutherland expects a strong fight from his players. 

The top order has struggled this year. Marcus Harris, who has made 148 runs in two games, must use his experience to deliver a strong start with Campbell Kellaway. The team expects partnerships between Peter Handscomb, Oliver Peake, and Matthew Short in the middle order. Liam Blackford must do well in the lower middle order with Fergus O'Neill and Will Sutherland. 

The bowling attack hasn't been great so far. Harry Hoekstra has been the lone performer with 15 wickets. He must inflict early damage alongside Fergus O'Neill. Sutherland has struggled with his lines, and the team expects him to do well in the middle phase with Todd Murphy. David Moody and Oliver Peake must do well in supporting roles. 

Interesting Stats

1. Marcus Harris has made 148 runs in two games at an average of 37.00  
2. Harry Hoekstra has picked up 15 wickets in 2 games at an average of 13.40
   

VIC Over/Under Betting Tips

Marcus Harris First Innings Runs Over 27.5 @ 1.85 (puntit) 

Victoria Predicted Playing XI:

Will Sutherland (c), Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Harris, Oliver Peake, Peter Handscomb, Matthew Short, Liam Blackford (wk), Fergus O'Neill, Harry Hoekstra, Todd Murphy, David Moody

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

Overcast skies are expected over Brisbane, and we may have rain interruptions during the game. The maximum temperature would be 29°C, with humidity around 80%. It is a tough wicket for the bowlers, as we have seen in the high-scoring contests. 

QSL vs VAC Pitch Report

The Gabba balances the game between batters and bowlers. Batters who spend time at the crease and build their innings have done well. Fast bowlers have always enjoyed bowling on this surface. There isn't much on this surface for the spinners. They must focus on containing opponents. The average first innings score is 310 runs, and a score of 400 runs or more should be the target for the side batting first.

Toss: To Bowl

In the last four games at this venue, the side batting first has won three times. Conditions are difficult for batters early in the game when the ball moves. The surface flattens as the game progresses. The team winning the toss would keep this in mind and opt to bowl first, aiming to restrict the opposition to a small total.