Bancroft and Goodwin tons put Western Australia firmly in control.
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Cameron Bancroft and Jayden Goodwin struck centuries during a 244-run partnership that left South Australia reeling as Western Australia ended Day 1 on 304/3.
ADELAIDE: Western Australia took control of their Sheffield Shield clash against South Australia on Day 1 at the Adelaide Oval thanks to centuries from Cameron Bancroft and Jayden Goodwin. The visitors ended the day on 304/3.
Day 1 Recap
- Western Australia captain Hilton Cartwright won the toss and elected to bat first. However, they were hit hard early on as Nathan McAndrew dismissed Sam Whiteman for 1.
- But this was as good as it would get for the home side as Bancroft and Goodwin put on 244 runs.
- Bancroft laid the foundation with an unfazed 156 from 289 balls with 17 fours and a six.
- Jayden Goodwin (22) played beautifully, scoring 108 from 222 balls with 13 boundaries. He was dropped on 76 but made the most of the reprieve, smashing his third first-class century. He fell to the second new ball from Brendan Doggett.
- Cartwright added a quick 27 before falling to Wes Agar in the final over to be caught behind.
- Corey Rocchiccioli came in as nightwatchman and saw out the final five balls.
Bancroft’s Adelaide Oval Milestone
This was Bancroft’s 21st century in the Sheffield Shield and fourth at the Adelaide Oval, where he has an average of over 50. It was also a timely century coming just hours before Australia’s Test match at Newlands in Cape Town, their first since the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. A big century at the top of the order will serve as a reminder to the selectors that Steve Smith is out with injury.
Key Insights
- South Australia were let off by the early loss of the second wicket. They were unable to overcome the 244-run partnership.
- A missed catch let Goodwin off. He went on to score an impressive 108.
- The threat of the new ball was the only real threat. However, Doggett was still able to take a wicket with the second new ball, and Agar hit them in the last over.
- Western Australia have a strong batting line-up. They have Bancroft not out and an intact lower order, meaning they can score an enormous amount of runs in their first innings.
- Bancroft’s form has been a selection debate. Scoring a quality century means he looks like a good choice at the top of the order.
Day 1 Scorecard Snapshot
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Bancroft | WA | 156 | 289 | 17 | 1 | Not out |
| Jayden Goodwin | WA | 108 | 222 | 13 | – | b Doggett |
| Hilton Cartwright | WA | 27 | – | – | – | c wicketkeeper b Agar |
| Sam Whiteman | WA | 1 | – | – | – | c Harvey b McAndrew |
Team total: Western Australia 304/3
Wickets: McAndrew 1, Doggett 1, Agar 1
Key stat: 244-run partnership between Bancroft and Goodwin
What’s next
South Australia have to regroup quickly, with their bowlers having to attack with the second new ball on Day 2 to keep Western Australia down. Cameron Bancroft resumes on 156 with Rocchiccioli at the crease, and Western Australia will look to bat for a long time to get a high score.
FAQ
What was the score at the end of Day 1?
Western Australia were at 304/3 at the end of the day.
Who scored centuries?
Cameron Bancroft scored an unbeaten 156 and Jayden Goodwin scored 108.
How many runs did the key partnership score?
They scored 244 runs between them.
Who bowled wickets for South Australia?
Nathan McAndrew, Brendan Doggett and Wes Agar each bowled 1 wicket.
Why is Bancroft’s century important?
It was his 21st Sheffield Shield century and his 4th at Adelaide Oval. It also came while Steve Smith was injured and not playing for Australia’s Test team.
Who is the nightwatchman?
Corey Rocchiccioli survived the last 5 balls of the day.
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