Queensland vs Western Australia Head to Head in Test – Records, Team & Players Stats

The Queensland vs Western Australia head-to-head records in Sheffield Shield (first-class) cricket showcase a fierce rivalry that spans decades of Australian domestic cricket. Both teams, representing two powerhouse states, have consistently produced thrilling encounters featuring batting marathons, devastating bowling spells, and unforgettable partnerships.

Historically, Western Australia have maintained a superior win record, reflecting their dominance in home conditions at the WACA Ground, while Queensland have delivered commanding performances at the Gabba. Factors such as pitch pace, seam movement, and batting depth have often dictated the outcomes in this prestigious contest.

Analyzing their head-to-head stats not only provides insights into team strategies and player strengths but also paints a picture of how Australian domestic cricket has evolved over time. Whether it’s a century-laden epic or a low-scoring thriller, this rivalry remains one of the Sheffield Shield’s defining fixtures.

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Queensland vs Western Australia Head-to-Head Stats

Category	Stats
Total Matches Played	148
Queensland Won	34
Western Australia Won	54
No Result/Drawn	60
Tied	0

Western Australia lead the rivalry with 54 wins, while Queensland trail with 34 victories — proof of WA’s historic dominance across the decades.

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Highest Team Totals in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Team	Score	Overs	RR	Inns	Opposition	Ground	Result	Match Date
Western Australia	615/5d	115.0×8	4.01	1	v Queensland	Brisbane	Won	22 Nov 1968
Western Australia	607/8d	136.5	4.43	2	v Queensland	WACA	Won	16 Feb 1990
Queensland	600/9d	179.5	3.33	2	v Western Aust	Brisbane	Draw	6 Mar 2021
Queensland	589/9d	109.7×8	4.02	2	v Western Aust	Brisbane	Won	29 Jan 1954
Western Australia	565/5d	142.0	3.97	2	v Queensland	WACA	Won	9 Nov 2007

Both teams have breached the 600-run mark multiple times — a testament to their strong batting depth and traditionally flat pitches at the Gabba and WACA.

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Lowest Team Totals in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Team	Score	Overs	Inns	Opposition	Ground	Result	Match Date
Queensland	52	28.4	1	v Western Aust	WACA	Lost	3 Dec 1982
Western Australia	54	16.4×8	3	v Queensland	Brisbane	Lost	24 Nov 1972
Western Australia	78	36.3	1	v Queensland	Brisbane	Lost	18 Feb 2001
Western Australia	83	34.0×8	1	v Queensland	Brisbane	Lost	12 Jan 1952
Queensland	97	35.3	3	v Western Aust	WACA	Lost	31 Oct 2022

The 1982 collapse of Queensland for just 52 runs remains one of the most shocking batting implosions in Sheffield Shield history.

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Most Runs in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Player	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	100s	50s
Stuart Law (QLD)	29	49	6	2057	203	47.83	7	8
Jimmy Maher (QLD)	29	50	4	1954	175	42.47	4	12
Peter Burge (QLD)	20	32	4	1821	205*	65.03	7	8
Rodney Inverarity (WA)	28	48	6	1789	148	42.59	7	5
Sam Trimble (QLD)	31	56	0	1751	140	31.26	4	7
Martin Love (QLD)	27	47	3	1629	186	37.02	3	10

Stuart Law stands tall as Queensland’s most prolific run-scorer against WA, while Peter Burge’s astonishing average of 65.03 highlights his dominance during the 1950s and 60s.

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Highest Individual Scores in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Player	Runs	Team	Opposition	Ground	Match Date
Cameron Green (WA)	251	Western Aust	v Queensland	Brisbane	6 Mar 2021
Colin Milburn (WA)	243	Western Aust	v Queensland	Brisbane	22 Nov 1968
Adam Voges (WA)	235*	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	29 Nov 2013
Bob Simpson (WA)	230*	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	18 Dec 1959
Mike Veletta (WA)	228	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	16 Feb 1990

Cameron Green’s 251 at the Gabba in 2021 is among the finest innings in recent Sheffield Shield history, showcasing his elite temperament and technique.

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Most Wickets in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Player	Mat	Inns	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR	5WI	10WM
Jo Angel (WA)	23	42	97	6/35	23.22	2.82	49.28	3	–
Michael Kasprowicz (QLD)	23	43	93	7/103	27.62	2.85	58.15	5	–
Terry Alderman (WA)	21	38	86	6/42	22.08	2.76	47.86	4	1
Garth Le Roux (WA)	16	31	85	7/61	19.03	1.91	59.75	5	2
Jeff Thomson (QLD)	18	31	78	7/27	24.67	3.11	47.46	5	1

The legendary Jo Angel and Kasprowicz headline the bowling charts, both renowned for their aggression and swing on fast Australian decks.

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Best Bowling Figures in a Match (Queensland vs Western Australia Tests)

Player	Overs	Mdns	Runs	Wkts	Team	Opposition	Ground	Match Date
HR Gorringe (WA)	10.6	2	56	8	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	19 Dec 1952
CD Matthews (WA)	32.5	7	101	8	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	18 Mar 1988
Craig McDermott (QLD)	10.0	3	24	7	Queensland	v Western Aust	Brisbane	6 Feb 2012
Jeff Thomson (QLD)	14.5	5	27	7	Queensland	v Western Aust	Brisbane	14 Dec 1984
PH Carlson (QLD)	27.5	9	42	7	Queensland	v Western Aust	Brisbane	2 Nov 1979

Thomson’s devastating pace and McDermott’s control make their seven-wicket hauls legendary moments in this rivalry.

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Highest Partnerships by Runs in Queensland vs Western Australia Tests

Partners	Runs	Wicket	Team	Opposition	Ground	Match Date
CT Perren, SG Law	369	2nd	Queensland	v Western Aust	Brisbane	15 Feb 2004
Colin Milburn, D Chadwick	328	1st	Western Aust	v Queensland	Brisbane	22 Nov 1968
JP Maher, SG Law	275	3rd	Queensland	v Western Aust	WACA	13 Oct 2000
LA Pomersbach, SE Marsh	268	4th	Western Aust	v Queensland	WACA	9 Nov 2007
PJP Burge, GM Bizzell	256*	4th	Queensland	v Western Aust	Brisbane	15 Nov 1963

The record-breaking 369-run stand by Perren and Law remains one of the most dominant partnerships in Sheffield Shield history.