Tasmania’s all time leading Sheffield Shield wicket taker could be injected for his first match of the season against NSW starting tomorrow.
Jackson Bird, who has missed the start of the summer after suffering a pre-season injury, has been named in a 16-player squad for the clash against the Blues at Ninja Stadium.
Tim Ward - who was a late withdrawal from the match against Victoria after hurting himself in the warm up - has been named, as has Scott Mason medallist Ben McDermott, who overcame severe back spasms to score a brilliant century in the thrilling victory over the Vics.
Brad Hope and Nivethan Radhakrishnan have also been added to the squad, while Marcus Bean is being rested.
The full 16-player squad is:
- Gabe Bell
- Jackson Bird
- Nikhil Chaudhary
- Jake Doran
- Brad Hope
- Caleb Jewell
- Raf MacMillan
- Ben McDermott
- Riley Meredith
- Aidan O'Connor
- Mitch Owen
- Will Prestwidge
- Nivethan Radhakrishnan
- Jordan Silk (c)
- Tim Ward
- Teague Wyllie
Ins: Jackson Bird, Brad Hope, Nivethan Radhakrishnan
Outs: Marcus Bean
Match Details
Tasmania vs NSW
Sheffield Shield
30 October - 2 November
Ninja Stadium
Gates open: 10:00am
Entry is free for spectators wishing to sit on the hill or in the grandstands. The Northern Gate will be open from 10:00am each day, and the Hurricanes Café will be serving food and beverages throughout the match.
For Members:
The Members Pavilion will also be open from 10:00am each day of the Sheffield Shield match. If you're not yet a member and would like access, visit the Customer Hub between 10:00am and 2:00pm, Monday to Friday, to purchase a Cricket Tasmania Membership. Hot food will be available to purchase for Members in the Member's Pavillion, with a complimentary afternoon tea being served at tea break in play.
The match will be broadcast live on Kayo Sports & cricket.com.au