UPDATE: In a stunning debut, Queensland quick Sam Geyer has captured four wickets against Victoria in the Sheffield Shield match at the Gabba, leaving fans buzzing. Geyer, 22, showcased resilience after an early onslaught, ending the day with impressive figures of 4-102 as Victoria declared at 9-318.
As the match unfolded on Saturday, Geyer faced a fierce challenge from Sam Harper, who scored 88 runs before falling to the debutant. Geyer’s performance is crucial as Queensland heads into a pivotal second day, with the Bulls sitting at 0-15 at stumps.
Amid mounting pressure, Matt Renshaw stood firm, remaining unbeaten on two runs after a tense final half-hour under the Gabba lights. His performance could be a decisive factor as selectors weigh his potential role in the upcoming day-night Ashes Test.
Geyer’s journey to this moment has not been easy. Overcoming stress fractures in his teens, he demonstrated remarkable determination, especially after a shaky start where Harper aggressively struck Geyer’s first two deliveries for boundaries. However, Geyer quickly found his rhythm, capturing key wickets including Marcus Harris and Mitchell Perry later in the innings.
“He’s very high energy, Sammy,” said spinner Mitch Swepson. “He looked like he would run through a brick wall every time I threw the ball to him. Outstanding for him to get four wickets; he probably deserved five as well.”
In addition to Geyer, Swepson contributed significantly, taking two wickets in quick succession, including that of Harper, which proved critical in shifting momentum. Veteran Gurinder Sandhu also made his mark, securing 2-55 and maintaining pressure on the Victoria batting lineup.
As the Bulls prepare for a crucial day ahead, Renshaw’s survival will be under intense scrutiny from selectors, particularly with questions looming over Usman Khawaja‘s fitness and Travis Head‘s batting position. All eyes will be on the Gabba as Queensland seeks to turn the tide in this high-stakes encounter.
Stay tuned for live updates as the match continues to develop, with implications for both teams as they vie for Sheffield Shield supremacy.
