Davies breaks fastest Shield double-century record in dominant NSW innings
Ollie Davies reached 200 off just 186 balls, the fastest double century in Sheffield Shield history.
NSW batter Ollie Davies smashed the fastest double century in Sheffield Shield history on Friday, reaching 200 off just 186 balls. Davies was eventually dismissed for a remarkable 253 off 225 deliveries.
The 25-year-old cracked 38 fours and four sixes in his first-class double ton. Davies was the first NSW batter to score a Shield double-hundred since 2017 and only the second player to reach 200 in the competition since February 2024.
Cricket Australia pushes pitches to favour batters more, trying to fix the bowler dominance that has hurt the Test team. NSW reached 6-441 on day two, leading Tasmania by 196 runs after the visitors posted 245.
- 186 balls
- Record fastest double century
- 253 off 225 balls
- Final score
- 38 fours, 4 sixes
- Boundaries hit
- 196 runs
- NSW lead over Tasmania
Why it mattersYoung batting talent thriving on difficult pitches gives Australia hope for Test team depth as the focus shifts back to protecting batters.
AustraliaDavies' record run strengthens the case for batting-friendly Sheffield Shield pitches ahead of Australia's international season.
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