South Australia captain Nathan McSweeney starred with both bat and ball to lead his team to a crushing nine-wicket victory over Queensland in a rain-shortened One-Day Cup match at Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide on October 20, 2025. In a match reduced to 25 overs per side due to rain, Queensland were dismissed for 128 in 23.5 overs before South Australia chased down their revised DLS target of 120 with 47 balls to spare.
Sources: ESPNcricinfo Match Report (https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/one-day-cup-aus-2025-26-1495275/south-australia-vs-queensland-12th-match-1495321/match-report)
Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland | 128 | 23.5/25 | All out | Lost by 9 wickets |
| South Australia | 122/1 | 17.1/25 | 1 wicket down | Won (DLS method) |
Target: 120 runs (DLS adjusted)
Venue: Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
Toss: South Australia elected to field
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan McSweeney | South Australia | Captain/All-rounder | 3 wickets for 12 runs, 38* runs |
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | South Australia | Batsman | 27 runs off 14 balls (6 fours) |
| Mackenzie Harvey | South Australia | Batsman | 52* runs off 52 balls |
| Jimmy Peirson | Queensland | Batsman | 42 runs off 38 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes) |
| James Bazley | Queensland | All-rounder | 23 runs, 1 wicket |
Player of the Match: Nathan McSweeney
Sources: ESPNcricinfo Full Scorecard (https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/one-day-cup-aus-2025-26-1495275/south-australia-vs-queensland-12th-match-1495321/full-scorecard)
Key Moments
- Early Collapse: Queensland slumped to 13 for 2 inside five overs before a lengthy rain delay interrupted play
- Peirson’s Resistance: Jimmy Peirson top-scored with 42 runs off 38 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes, but lost his wicket at a crucial time with the score at 72 for 5
- McSweeney’s Bowling Masterclass: The South Australia captain claimed impressive figures of 3 for 12 from 3.1 overs with his off-spin bowling, coming on when Wes Agar couldn’t complete his second over
- Fraser-McGurk’s Explosive Start: Jake Fraser-McGurk gave South Australia a flying start with 27 runs from just 14 balls, including six boundaries, before being bowled by James Bazley’s off-cutter
- Match-Winning Partnership: Mackenzie Harvey and Nathan McSweeney added an unbroken 80-run partnership, completing the chase with plenty to spare and securing a bonus point for winning inside 20 overs
Match Analysis
Queensland’s batting struggled throughout their innings, with only Jimmy Peirson, James Bazley (23), and Hugh Weibgen (16) reaching double figures. The visitors failed to build any substantial partnerships after the early wickets, and the rain delay further disrupted their momentum.
South Australia’s bowling attack was disciplined and effective. Along with McSweeney’s three wickets, Liam Scott and Lloyd Pope each claimed two wickets, while Nathan McAndrew was economical with figures of 1 for 7 from four overs.
The chase was clinical from the defending champions. Despite losing Fraser-McGurk early, Harvey and McSweeney batted sensibly while keeping the required run rate in check. They reached their target comfortably, knowing they needed to win inside 20 overs to claim the bonus point.
What’s Next
With this victory, South Australia now have two wins from four games in the One-Day Cup, level on points with Queensland. The defending Dean Jones Trophy holders continue their campaign to retain the title. Both teams will look to build on their performances as the tournament progresses through its next rounds.
Queensland will need to regroup after this heavy defeat, while South Australia will take confidence from their complete team performance, particularly their bowling depth and batting composure under pressure.