Victoria vs Western Australia, SSD, Today Match Prediction

VAC vs WAC Match Prediction & Analysis

We are in the most crucial phase of the Sheffield Shield 2026-27. Victoria will fight for survival as they face Western Australia in the 11th match. Victoria drew their last game against Queensland. Western Australia defeated South Australia in the last game, and the team hopes to build on the momentum. 

Victoria has a good record against Western Australia. They have won the last four meetings between the two sides. Victoria has struggled for form this season, and it will be interesting to see if they can extend their strong record. Western Australia is in good form and has a strong batting lineup. The side will look to extend the momentum and end the losing streak against Victoria. 

RECENT PERFORMANCE

VAC

W L L L W

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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

WAC

W L L W L

SAC

154/10 in 37.1 4.14

SSD

Western Australia beat South Australia by 105 runs 28 Oct 2026

WAC

406/5 in 116.0 3.5

WAC

293/9 in 46.3 6.3

MODC 2026-27

New South Wales beat Western Australia by 78 runs 24 Oct 2026

NSW

371/8 in 50.0 7.42

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

WAC

115/10 in 30.2 3.79

MODC 2026-27

Tasmania beat Western Australia by 9 wickets

20 Sep 2026

TSC

117/1 in 16.2 7.16

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Victoria Preview

Will Sutherland's team sits at the bottom of the points table. After starting the season with back-to-back losses, they managed a draw against Queensland in the last game. The side will be happy with the first innings lead. It is a must-win game for them, and they have defeated Western Australia in the last four games. Sutherland expects a strong fight from his players. 

Marcus Harris has been the most successful batter this season with 213 runs and must deliver a steady start with Sam Harper. The middle order hasn't been in great form, and the team needs partnerships between Campbell Kellaway, Peter Handscomb, and Oliver Peake. They expect runs in the lower middle order from Liam Blackford, Fergus O'Neill, and Will Sutherland. 

The bowling attack hasn't troubled the batters much in the tournament. Mitchell Perry and Fergus O'Neill must deliver early breakthroughs as Western Australia's top order is in good form. Sutherland has claimed 6 wickets so far and must do well in the middle with Matt Henning. The team expects a strong show from Todd Murphy and Oliver Peake. 

Interesting Stats

1. Marcus Harris has made 213 runs in three games at an average of 35.50  
2. Will Sutherland has picked up 6 wickets in 2 games at an average of 29.33   

Victoria Predicted Playing XI:

Will Sutherland (c), Marcus Harris, Sam Harper (wk), Campbell Kellaway, Peter Handscomb, Oliver Peake, Liam Blackford, Fergus O'Neill, Mitchell Perry, Todd Murphy, Matt Hennig

Western Australia Preview

Hilton Cartwright and his players have made a strong start to their campaign this season. The team has won two out of three games. They dominated their last game against South Australia, winning by 105 runs. Cartwright expects his team to build on this momentum and move to the top of the points table with another win. 

Cameron Bancroft played a match-winning knock of 186 in the last game, and he looks forward to delivering a good start with Sam Whiteman. Jayden Goodwin, Corey Rocchiccioli, and Hilton Cartwright make the middle order formidable, and the team expects a strong show from them. The side has depth and expects runs from Joel Curtis, Corey Wasley, and Ashton Agar. 

On the bowling front, Jhye Richardson has been the pick of the bowlers with 14 wickets this season. He must deliver early breakthroughs with Kieran Elliot. Ashton Agar and Corey Rocchiccioli must keep up the pressure on the batters in the middle overs. The team expects a strong supporting show from Liam Haskett. 

Interesting Stats

1. Cameron Bancroft has made 246 runs in three games at an average of 41.00  
2. Jhye Richardson has picked up 14 wickets in three games at an average of 20.57 

Western Australia Predicted Playing XI:

Hilton Cartwright (c), Cameron Bancroft, Sam Whiteman, Jayden Goodwin, Corey Rocchiccioli, Corey Wasley, Joel Curtis (wk), Ashton Agar, Kieran Elliott, Jhye Richardson, Liam Haskett

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The skies over Melbourne will be mostly clear during the game, with occasional clouds. The maximum temperature will be 19°C, with humidity around 70%. The track will balance the batters and the bowlers well.

VAC vs WAC Pitch Report

Melbourne Cricket Ground is a large venue with deep square boundaries. The wicket is good to bat on as the ball comes to the bat nicely, allowing them to play their strokes. The wicket also helps fast bowlers with the new ball. Spinners have struggled here, as the ball doesn't grip the surface. The average first-innings score is 315, and the team batting first will like to have 400 on the board.

Toss: To Bowl

In the last five games at this venue, the side chasing the score has won three times. Conditions are difficult for batters in the 4th innings as the wicket starts to slow down. The team winning the toss would keep this in mind and opt to bowl first, aiming to restrict the opposition to a small total.