Will Pucovski and Marcus Harris reminded national selectors of their good faith test as they combine for Victoria Sheffield Shield’s record-breaking partnership in 128 years of first-class cricket
In a humiliating second day for struggling South Australia, insatiable Pucovski (199 not released) and Harris (207 not released) took visitors to 0-418 by strains
Their effort topped the 391 partnership between Julien Wiener and Jeff Moss against Western Australia in 1981 and ranks fifth in the competition’s all-time partnership.
Mark and Steve Waugh’s undefeated record 464 for NSW in 1990 will be in the sights of Pucovski and Harris when play resumes Sunday at Glenelg’s ACH Group stadium
Pucovski, designated as the test player of the not too distant future, showed his versatility by opening the stick instead of entering his usual No3 place
The races took place regardless of whether the 22-year-old hit 22 fours and a six in an extraordinary 308-ball spectacle that is sure to bring a smile to Aussie coach Justin Langer
Pucovski was set to play a test last season but made himself unavailable due to mental health issues before suffering what was his eighth career concussion in February
Former tester Harris was just as effective on Saturday as he looks to add to his nine green baggy appearances
The left-hander clubbed 23 limits and a six in his 359-ball stay and edged Pucovski to win a double century before the stumps
SA tried seven bowlers – to no avail – in another disappointing home performance
With four home games to start the competition, last season’s Wooden Spoons had their sights set on a strong start, but are now watching the cannon of an outright second loss in three games
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