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Queensland`s Khawaja leads a crucial win, setting up a thrilling Sheffield Shield final against South Australia.

South Australia has clinched a home final in the Sheffield Shield with a solid 51.76 points. Queensland has surged to second place following a dominant nine-wicket victory over Tasmania at Bellerive Oval, propelled by Usman Khawaja`s impressive 127 runs and Michael Neser`s outstanding bowling performance of 6-37 in the first innings. This victory sets up a crucial showdown against South Australia in Adelaide.

New South Wales managed to secure a draw against Western Australia at the WACA Ground, thanks to Sam Konstas`s vital half-century, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in the final. Meanwhile, Victoria faces a challenging path after their defeat to South Australia and must win their remaining matches to stay in contention.

The current standings feature South Australia leading the pack, followed by Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania. Key players to watch include Kurtis Patterson for NSW, Peter Handscomb for Victoria, and Jake Weatherald for Tasmania. The final round promises to be thrilling, with decisive matches lined up between South Australia and Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria, and New South Wales and Tasmania.

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