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South Australia vs New South Wales, SSD, Today Match Prediction
SAC vs NSW Win Probability
Toss Winner - South Australia won the toss and choose to bowl first
South Australia beat New South Wales by 9 wickets
Can South Australia dominate New South Wales in this Sheffield Shield match?
- South Australia’s Liam Scott has scored 397 runs and taken 20 wickets in 13 innings this season.
- New South Wales’ Liam Hatcher is the top wicket-taker in the tournament with 33 wickets.
- South Australia’s pace bowling trio of Nathan McAndrew, Jordan Buckingham and Liam Scott have taken 65 wickets combined.
South Australia to win.
| Tournament: | Sheffield Shield, 2025-26 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide, Australia |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 20.1°C|Sunny |
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SAC vs NSW Match Prediction & Analysis
Match number 27 of the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 campaign will be played between two very good teams as South Australia take on New South Wales. The match will be played at the Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide from 5th March onwards.
This hasn't been the kind of campaign two sides have desired for the season. South Australia is still pushing for a top two finish with 3 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses in the campaign. Meanwhile, New South Wales is currently 2nd from the bottom in the points table with 2 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses in the campaign.
Both sides are looking to gain some momentum in these final two group phase games with the 2nd final spot still available. South Australia is still with a chance to secure that spot, while New South Wales would look to end the campaign strong.
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TEAMS PREVIEW
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South Australia picked up their third Sheffield Shield 2025-26 win with a strong 7-wicket victory over Queensland in their last match, moving them to 3rd on the points table and showing real momentum.
The top order has been steady, led by opener Henry Hunt, who is the side’s second-highest run-scorer with 466 runs in 15 innings this season. While McKenzie Harvey hasn’t fired consistently, Hunt’s form has provided solid platforms.
The middle order is the real strength, though. Jake Lehmann has been outstanding, topping the team’s run-scoring charts with 531 runs in 12 innings, including a crucial 74-run knock in the win against Queensland.
He has had strong support from Liam Scott (397 runs in 10 innings), Jason Sangha (358 runs in 14 innings), and Nathan McSweeney (323 runs in 13 innings). Australia international Alex Carey adds experience and batting depth with 189 runs in 7 innings.
The bowling attack is well-balanced and dangerous. Pace duo Nathan McAndrew (23 wickets) and Jordan Buckingham (22 wickets) have formed a lethal partnership.
All-rounder Liam Scott has chipped in with 20 wickets, while left-arm seamer Brendan Doggett has been sharp with 19 wickets in just 6 matches. Backup options Henry Thornton and Lloyd Pope have both delivered 10+ wickets when called upon.
South Australia Predicted Playing XI:
McKenzie Harvey, Henry Hunt, Nathan McSweeney (C), Jason Sangha, Alex Carey (WK), Jake Lehmann, Liam Scott, Nathan McAndrew, Brendan Doggett, Jordan Buckingham, Callum Thompson.
South Australia Key Players From Previous Game Of Sheffield Shield, 2025-26
South Australia Actual Playing XI:
Jordan Buckingham, Henry Hunt, Jake Lehmann, Jason Sangha, Benjamin Manenti, Nathan McAndrew, Nathan McSweeney, Travis Head, Alex Carey, Liam Scott, Henry Thornton
New South Wales Preview
New South Wales remain stuck in the bottom half of the Sheffield Shield 2025-26 points table after their third draw of the season, this time against Victoria. They have managed only 2 wins so far, and consistency has been a big issue.
The top-order performance has been the real highlight of the season for the side. Openers Sam Konstas (526 runs) and William Salzmann (384 runs) have given the side strong starts time and again.
At No. 3, Kurtis Patterson has been brilliant, leading the team’s run scoring with 535 runs in 16 innings, including three centuries and two half-centuries, clearly the batting mainstay.
The middle order has lacked a similar impact. Jack Edwards has scored 414 runs but hasn't been consistent enough. Lachlan Shaw chipped in with 263 runs in 8 innings, and former Australia captain Steve Smith added 231 runs in just 3 matches, though he's no longer available for selection.
Bowling has been the major weakness holding them back this season so far despite being one of the best sides in the Australian domestic scene. Liam Hatcher has been outstanding, topping the tournament wickets chart with 33 wickets.
After him, Ryan Hadley (18 wickets) is the 2nd highest wicket-taker by a long way behind. Charles Stobo (16 wickets), Jack Edwards (15 wickets), and Nathan Lyon (12 wickets) are the only others in double figures. The attack has lacked penetration and control too often.
New South Wales Predicted Playing XI:
Sam Konstas, William Salzmann, Kurtis Patterson (C), Lachlan Shaw, Josh Philippe (WK), Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Charles Stobo, Tanveer Sangha, Liam Hatcher, Ryan Hadley.
New South Wales Key Players From Previous Game Of Sheffield Shield, 2025-26
New South Wales Actual Playing XI:
Kurtis Patterson, Sam Konstas, Joel Davies, Josh Philippe, Matthew Gilkes, Charlie Stobo, Liam Hatcher, Ryan Hadley, Sean Abbott, William Salzmann , Lachlan Shaw
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Expect an uninterrupted game of cricket over the next few days at the Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide. The weather forecast suggests it will be bright and sunny with temperatures between 23 and 19°C. There will be light wind blowing at around 16 kmph, and there is a 0% chance of rain during all the days of the game.
SAC vs NSW Pitch Report
The pitch at Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide is typically a flat, batting-friendly surface for multi-day matches, especially with its drop-in pitches offering true bounce and good carry. It often leads to high scores, as seen in the recent One Day Cup with scores close to 300, but pacers can get early help, and it stays consistent without much deterioration over days. Expect a good contest, but batters usually dominate here.
In the 12 first-class matches at the venue, the first innings average score here is 306 runs. South Australia holds the record for the highest run scored in an inning at the venue, 614 runs vs Queensland, who holds the record for the lowest total at the venue, 95.
Toss: To Bowl
This will be the first match to be played at the venue in the Sheffield Shield this season. So expect the captain that wins the toss to opt to bowl first and initially try to study the surface and how it plays. Historically, the side bowling first has won 5 times at the venue.
SAC vs NSW
Winning Prediction
South Australia are clear favourites in this Sheffield Shield clash. They are in better form with 3 wins, strong batting (Jake Lehmann 531 runs, Henry Hunt 466), and an in-form bowling attack of McAndrew and Buckingham. New South Wales has struggled with only 2 wins, an inconsistent middle order, and a bowling attack lacking threat despite Hatcher’s 33 wickets. On a flat Karen Rolton Oval, back South Australia to win.
South Australia to win.
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