Queensland's lower-order batsmen showcased remarkable resilience on day three of their Sheffield Shield clash against South Australia at Karen Rolton Oval. Centuries from captain Jimmy Peirson and allrounder Jack Wildermuth propelled the Bulls to a total of 370, strengthening their bid for a spot in the Shield final.

Facing a daunting first-innings deficit after South Australia declared at 7-614, Queensland's hopes appeared dim when they stumbled to 5-86. However, Peirson's patient 128-run innings and Wildermuth's aggressive 104 off 90 balls, including an 84-ball century, turned the tide. Their 151-run partnership not only averted a collapse but also secured vital batting bonus points.

The Bulls' strategic accumulation of runs has placed them in a favorable position to reach the final. With Western Australia and New South Wales needing outright victories in their respective matches to surpass Queensland, the Bulls' destiny largely hinges on the outcomes of these games. Both teams face challenging run chases on the final day of the regular season.

Queensland's path to an outright win seems unlikely due to the flat pitch and South Australia's substantial first-innings total. However, their lower-order resilience has bolstered their chances of securing a spot in the final. The Bulls' focus now shifts to the performances of their rivals, with the hope that their efforts have been sufficient to clinch a place in the decider.