Kieran Elliott starred with the ball, guiding Tasmania to a thrilling last-gasp Sheffield Shield victory over his former state Victoria. Peter Handscomb missed out on a century and victory for Victoria despite a brilliant innings, while Konstas's return to the Shield failed to deliver the fireworks many expected.
Konstas ramps his way through Shield | 00:40Victorian discard Kieran Elliott steered Tasmania to a last-gasp Sheffield Shield victory over his former state as former Test batter Peter Handscomb was left to rue a late decision in a thrilling 20-run loss in Hobart.Get your first month for just $1.
Those former teammates looked to be on the winning side again when the Vics were cruising at 6-212 heading into the final hour before Elliott dismissed Harper for 32. His dismissal came a ball after refusing to take a single having battered the ball to the mid-wicket boundary where it was pulled up by a fielder who lost his footing.Marnus under pressure to score runs | 01:43
He reverse ramped Bulls quick Xavier Bartlett before charging down the wicket to seamer Michael Neser several times before stumps. The in-form Kurtis Patterson was also unable to continue his golden summer after making a century against England Lions a fortnight ago.
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