Tasmania vs Western Australia Prediction: Who Will Win TAS vs WAUS 5th Test Sheffield Shield on 15th October 2025?

The much-anticipated Tasmania vs Western Australia prediction for the 5th Test of the 2025 Sheffield Shield season is here. The two teams, both winless so far, will be desperate to get their first victory when they clash at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Tasmania drew their first match against Queensland, while Western Australia suffered a defeat against New South Wales. This contest holds significant importance, as both teams look to climb the points table after underwhelming starts.

Tasmania’s recent form in the Sheffield Shield has been mixed, winning just one of their last four games. Western Australia, on the other hand, have failed to secure a win in their previous three matches and are rooted at the bottom of the table. The last five head-to-head meetings between these two sides have also gone in Western Australia’s favor, with Tasmania yet to register a win.

Despite these odds, Tasmania will be confident playing at their home ground in Hobart, where conditions traditionally assist their seam bowlers. The batting lineup featuring Jordan Silk, Jake Weatherald, and Caleb Jewell provides depth, while Nikhil Chaudhary and Jackson Bird bring experience with the ball. Western Australia will rely heavily on Cameron Green and Ashton Agar, who bring balance and all-round strength. With both sides eyeing a strong comeback, expect an exciting five-day battle in Hobart.

Tasmania vs Western Australia 5th Test Match Details

Tasmania Preview

Tasmania entered the 2025/26 Sheffield Shield season with a hard-fought draw against Queensland at Allan Border Field. While they couldn’t force a win, there were plenty of positives, especially with the bat. The Tasmanian batting unit looked in solid touch as they posted 379 and 317/7 in two innings, showing their depth and adaptability in red-ball cricket.

Jake Weatherald stood out at the top of the order, scoring half-centuries in both innings, providing the ideal start. Captain Jordan Silk led from the front, crafting a classy century in the first innings, setting the tone for the middle order. However, the bowling unit struggled to maintain consistency, leaking over 600 runs, something they must address ahead of this match.

Nikhil Chaudhary’s 5/108 and Kieran Elliott’s 3/121 were bright spots, showing that they can extract wickets even on flat tracks. The return to home conditions in Hobart should assist their seamers like Jackson Bird and Gabe Bell, who are known for exploiting swing-friendly conditions.

Tasmania’s strategy will revolve around controlling the run rate early and building scoreboard pressure. If their top order can replicate the form from the previous match and the bowlers hit the right lengths, Tasmania has the upper hand to record their first win of the season.

Predicted Playing XI (Tasmania):
Nivethan Radhakrishnan, Jake Weatherald, Tim Ward, Caleb Jewell, Jordan Silk (c), Bradley Hope, Jake Doran (wk), Nikhil Chaudhary, Kieran Elliott, Jackson Bird, Gabe Bell

Western Australia Preview

Western Australia endured a frustrating start to their 2025/26 Sheffield Shield campaign, losing to New South Wales by 74 runs in a low-scoring contest at the WACA. Despite the defeat, there were a few positives that the team can build upon.

Ashton Agar and Matthew Kelly were the standout performers with the ball, utilizing home conditions brilliantly. However, the batting lineup underperformed, with only Agar registering a half-century. Skipper Sam Whiteman, along with Cameron Bancroft and Cameron Green, will need to step up in Hobart to avoid another batting collapse.

The conditions at Bellerive Oval generally favor seamers early, meaning the inclusion of Joel Paris and Cameron Gannon could play a crucial role. Western Australia’s depth in pace options gives them flexibility, and if their top-order batters can withstand the new ball pressure, they have the potential to post a competitive total.

For Western Australia, consistency will be key. Players like Hilton Cartwright and Jayden Goodwin must convert starts into big scores, while Joel Curtis’s role behind the stumps and in the lower middle order will be crucial. After a string of poor results, the reigning champions from previous seasons are keen to rediscover their winning rhythm.

Predicted Playing XI (Western Australia):
Cameron Bancroft, Sam Whiteman (c), Jayden Goodwin, Cameron Green, Hilton Cartwright, Joel Curtis (wk), Ashton Agar, Joel Paris, Matthew Kelly, Cameron Gannon, Corey Rocchiccioli

Fantasy Cricket Team XI – TAS vs WAUS

Captain: Jordan Silk

Vice-Captain: Cameron Green

Players to Avoid:

• Joel Curtis (inconsistent batting form)
• Kieran Elliott (expensive in previous outing)

Fantasy Tip:
Include more top-order batters from Tasmania, as the Hobart surface often rewards disciplined stroke play. All-rounders like Agar and Green can fetch maximum points due to their dual roles.

Favourite Team in Today’s Match

Tasmania enter this game as favorites mainly due to their familiarity with the Hobart conditions and a more settled batting lineup. Their top-order form looks impressive, with Weatherald and Silk scoring freely. Western Australia’s batting instability and away-game struggle further tilt the odds toward Tasmania. The Tasmanian bowlers are also well-versed with the local pitch, giving them a distinct edge. Expect Tasmania to dominate proceedings with a balanced performance.

Tasmania Test History

Tasmania have played 460 matches, winning 117, losing 180, and drawing 163. Their Sheffield Shield history reflects steady improvement over recent years, especially in home conditions.

Western Australia Test History

Western Australia have played 687 matches, winning 246, losing 212, and drawing 229. They’ve historically been one of the strongest Shield teams but have struggled for form recently.

Pitch Report – Bellerive Oval, Hobart

The Bellerive Oval pitch offers early movement for seamers but becomes easier to bat on as the match progresses. Spinners may get some purchase on days four and five. An average first-innings score of 280-300 is expected.

Weather Report

Partly cloudy conditions with temperatures ranging between 12°C and 18°C. There’s a 15% chance of rain on Day 2, but overall, the weather should allow for full days of play.

Broadcast Details

Live streaming will be available on FanCode (app and website). No television broadcast is confirmed for this fixture.

Toss Prediction

Team winning the toss is likely to bat first to take advantage of favorable batting conditions on Days 1 and 2.

Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

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