Sheffield Shield Final Underway: Victoria vs. South Australia

South Australia is set to compete against Victoria in the final match of this season's Sheffield Shield. The highly anticipated clash sees the reigning champions take on the dominant side of the 2025-26 campaign.

South Australia previously won the Shield last summer, ending a 29-year drought with a victory over Queensland.

Victoria has demonstrated strong performance in the 2025-26 campaign, finishing 16 points clear of South Australia, who secured their place in the final during the last regular season round. Victoria has recorded only two losses this season, both against Queensland in November and February, underscoring their consistent form.

Victorian captain Will Sutherland won the coin toss at the Junction Oval on Thursday morning and chose to bowl first. The decision sets the stage for an intriguing start to the final.