Hugh Weibgen
Jack Clayton
Angus Lovell
Hugo Burdon
Max Bryant
Dylan McLachlan
Jordan Quiggin
Kieran Elliott
Brody Couch
Ashton Agar
Will Malajczuk
Mitchell Marsh
Joel Curtis
Sam Whiteman
Ashton Turner
Hilton Cartwright
Oliver Patterson
Tom Straker
Hayden Kerr
Tom Whitney
Hugh Weibgen's explosive century in the final overs turned a steady chase into a nail‑biting finish, as Queensland edged Western Australia by 15 runs at the Western Australia Cricket Association Ground on Tuesday.
Match Summary
The Australia Domestic One-Day Cup 2026-27 clash between Queensland and Western Australia started under clear skies with a mild 17.2 °C temperature. After winning the toss, the hosts chose to bowl, hoping the early moisture would aid their seamers. Queensland posted a respectable 261‑10 in 45.2 overs, thanks largely to Weibgen’s 103 off 85 balls, while Western Australia fell short at 246‑10 in 44.0 overs. The final scoreline reflected a hard‑fought encounter, with both sides delivering moments of brilliance.
The Queensland One Day score of 261 was anchored by Weibgen’s aggressive knock, supported by quick‑fire runs from the middle order. Western Australia’s chase was anchored by Joel Curtis’s 63 and Mitchell Marsh’s 36, but they could not sustain the required run‑rate, especially after losing wickets at crucial junctures.
Key Performances
Batting: Weibgen’s 103 (85) was the standout, striking 12 fours and 5 sixes, and keeping the run‑rate above 6.00 throughout his innings. Joel Curtis contributed 63 (76) for the Western Australians, while Mitchell Marsh added a brisk 36 (27) to keep the pressure on Queensland’s bowlers.
Bowling: Queensland’s Brody Couch claimed 3/48 in his full ten‑over spell, while Kieran Elliott (3/57) and Jordan Quiggin (1/59) provided crucial breakthroughs. For Western Australia, Hayden Kerr was the pick of the bowlers with 3/31 in eight overs, and Tom Straker chipped in with 2/56.
Turning Points
The match swung decisively after Weibgen reached his century. Prior to his hundred, Queensland were 165‑5, and the required run‑rate was climbing. Weibgen’s aggressive surge, including a six off the first ball of the 35th over, shifted momentum. Simultaneously, Western Australia’s middle order faltered; a vital wicket partnership broke at 180‑4, and they could not recover, losing three wickets in the next ten overs.
Another turning point was Hayden Kerr’s spell in the death overs. His disciplined line yielded just 31 runs in eight overs, stifling Western Australia’s push in the final 10 overs and forcing them into a chase that required more than 6 runs per over, a rate they could not maintain.
Series Implications
This win propels Queensland up the table in the Australia Domestic One-Day Cup 2026-27, giving them vital points and confidence heading into the next fixtures. Western Australia, despite a valiant effort, will need to regroup, especially in the lower order, to stay competitive. The result also highlights Queensland’s depth in batting, with Weibgen’s performance underscoring their ability to chase under pressure.
Looking ahead, Queensland will aim to build on this momentum, while Western Australia will look to fine‑tune their death bowling and batting partnerships. Fans can expect more thrilling encounters as the tournament progresses, with the Queensland vs Western Australia One Day Tues match already being cited as a classic showdown in this season’s domestic calendar.