In a stunning display of bowling prowess, Tasmania annihilated reigning champions Western Australia (WA) in the 10th match of Australia’s Domestic One-Day Cup 2024-25. The match, played at the iconic WACA Ground in Perth, witnessed a dramatic collapse by WA, who were bowled out for a paltry 53 runs in 20.1 overs.
Tasmania’s bowling attack, led by spinner Beau Webster and pacer Billy Stanlake, wreaked havoc on WA’s star-studded batting lineup. Webster claimed a remarkable 6-wicket haul for 17 runs in six overs, including two maiden overs. Stanlake also played a crucial role, taking 3 for 12 in 7.1 overs.
WA’s collapse began in the 16th over when Cameron Bancroft was trapped LBW by Webster. Just two balls later, Webster struck again, removing WA skipper Ashton Turner for a duck. This wicket signaled the start of a dramatic downturn, as six WA batters, including Turner, failed to open their account.
Stanlake then added to WA’s misery by clean-bowling Josh Inglis and sending Hilton Cartwright back in the same over. With WA at 53/6, the wickets kept tumbling. Webster returned to remove Cooper Connolly, Jhye Richardson, and Joel Paris to complete his six-wicket haul. Stanlake finished off the innings by dismissing Ashton Agar, wrapping up WA’s innings at a dismal 53.
Opener D’Arcy Short top-scored for WA with 22 runs from 41 balls, but his efforts were overshadowed by Tasmania’s disciplined bowling and WA’s shocking collapse.
Tasmania then chased down the target with ease, scoring 55 for the loss of three wickets in just 8.3 overs. Opener Mitchell Owen top-scored with 29, off 17 balls, and Matthew Wade remained unbeaten on 21 (13 balls) for them.
This sensational victory marks a significant upset in the Domestic One-Day Cup and highlights the strength of Tasmania’s bowling attack. WA, who were considered favorites heading into the match, will be left to rue their dismal performance and look to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.
