Patterson's century reminds selectors of his Test credentials

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 19 Oct, 12:31 · Archive

Kurtis Patterson scored an unbeaten 117 as New South Wales reached 4-345 on day one of their Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia.

New South Wales dominated the first day of their Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia at the WACA Ground, reaching 4-345 after winning the toss and electing to bat. Kurtis Patterson scored an unbeaten 117 off 209 balls, bringing up his 16th first-class century late in the day. He was well supported by fellow batsmen: Sam Konstas made 71 off 142 balls, Ollie Davies 52 off 58 and stand-in captain Lachlan Shaw 61 off 107.

Patterson's century comes at a significant moment. The 33-year-old was recently passed over for Test selection despite being in contention for cover when Cam Green was injured. His only two Test appearances came in 2019 against Sri Lanka, where he scored 30 and 114 not out for an average of 144. He followed this century with a knock of 54 in NSW's Shield opener, suggesting a return to form.

Konstas, 21, is also seeking to push his Test credentials. He burst onto the international scene with an impressive Boxing Day Test debut against India in 2024, but has not been selected for the baggy green since July last year following a lean run. He scored 67 for Australia A against India A in a one-day match earlier this month. Western Australia's bowlers, Jhye Richardson (2-78) and recalled fast bowler Liam Haskett (2-58), struggled to make significant inroads on a pitch offering limited assistance.

How it is being reported

• Patterson sends Test reminder as NSW cruise against WAKurtis Patterson's unbeaten century against WA is sure to catch the attention of Australia's selectors as they ponder how to strengthen the nation's batting.Perth Now · 19 Oct, 12:03
• Patterson sends Test reminder as NSW cruise against WAKurtis Patterson's unbeaten century against WA is sure to catch the attention of Australia's selectors as they ponder how to strengthen the nation's batting.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 12:03
• Sheffield Shield: NSW batsman Kurtis Patterson sends message to Australian selectors with hundred against WANew South Wales batsman Kurtis Patterson has sent a message to Australia’s selectors by compiling an unbeaten hundred on the first day of their Sheffield Shield clash against Western Australia.The West Australian · 19 Oct, 11:13

In this story: Kurtis Patterson · New South Wales · Western Australia · Sam Konstas · WACA Ground · Australia

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