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Queensland`s Michael Neser excels as they aim for Sheffield Shield victory against Tasmania, while Georgia Voll shines in WPL.

Queensland is on the brink of a vital Sheffield Shield victory against Tasmania at Bellerive Oval. After a dominant bowling performance, spearheaded by Michael Neser, who claimed eight wickets in the match, Queensland restricted Tasmania to 345 runs in their second innings. Jake Weatherald led Tasmania`s fightback with a top score of 71, while Tim Ward, Jordan Silk, and Beau Webster contributed with half-centuries.

With a target of just 82 runs for victory, Queensland ended day three at 1-26, needing 56 more runs to secure the win. This crucial match could keep Queensland in contention for the Sheffield Shield final.

In other cricket news, Georgia Voll of the UP Warriorz made headlines by equalling the highest individual score in the Women’s Premier League with an explosive 99 not out, helping her team set a record score of 5-225 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who were eliminated from playoff contention. Meanwhile, New Zealand is monitoring Matt Henry`s fitness ahead of the Champions Trophy final against India, while expressing confidence in countering India`s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy.

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