Peirson marks 100th game with century as Queensland dominates WA
Jimmy Peirson hit 101 in his 100th game to guide Queensland to 307, with WA at 8-158 after day two.
Queensland tightened its grip on the Sheffield Shield clash after day two at Perth's WACA Ground, with captain Jimmy Peirson combining milestone and masterclass. Peirson reached his ninth career century off 144 deliveries to finish unbeaten on 101, anchoring the Bulls' lower order after they resumed at 6-258.
Peirson's knock came in his 100th first-class match, a personal landmark he marked with a slashed six over the offside. WA's reply crumbled spectacularly after opener Sam Fanning's solid 64.
Fast bowler Xavier Bartlett spearheaded a collapse from 3-128 to 7-140, claiming three for 41 as the home side finished day two at 8-158. WA's campaign was further disrupted by illness sweeping the camp, forcing Tom Murray to make his first-class debut as a replacement.
- 101 not out
- Peirson's score
- 100th first-class match
- Peirson's game number
- 307
- Queensland total
- 3 for 41
- Bartlett's figures
Why it mattersQueensland's dominant position puts them on track for a Sheffield Shield win and keeps Bartlett's Test ambitions alive.
AustraliaThe Queensland Bulls are moving towards a strong Shield result, with Peirson's form and Bartlett's pace a boost for the state's cricket profile.
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