Weatherald's aggression opens route to Ashes selection
Key Takeaways
- Tasmania leads Western Australia in a Sheffield Shield match, ending day two at 244 for 5.
- Tasmania opener Jake Weatherald scored a quick 94, strengthening his bid for an Ashes Test debut.
- Western Australia was dismissed for 172 in their first innings, with Hope, Meredith, and Bird taking three wickets each.
- Jordan Silk remained not out on 51 in Tasmania's second innings before rain interrupted play.
- Weatherald's aggressive batting performance is seen as a potential complement to Usman Khawaja at the top of the order.
In the Sheffield Shield match between Tasmania and Western Australia in Hobart, Tasmania ended day two at 244 for 5, leading after the first innings exchange. Jake Weatherald was the star for Tasmania, scoring a rapid 94 off 99 balls, keeping his Ashes selection hopes alive as a potential opening partner for Usman Khawaja. Western Australia was bowled out for 172 in their first innings, conceding a minimal lead after Tasmania struggled initially on the tricky Bellerive Oval track. Brad Hope, Riley Meredith, and Jackson Bird all secured three wickets in the first innings bowling efforts. Play was halted slightly before stumps due to rain, with Jordan Silk remaining unbeaten on 51 in Tasmania's second innings. Weatherald's performance showcased commanding strokeplay, making a strong impression on selectors.
