Western Australia has won the Sheffield Shield for the first time this century after the final against Victoria ended in a draw at the WACA.
A century from young allrounder Aaron Hardie ended any hope of a Victoria win on day five, and both captains agreed at the end of the morning session that an outright result was impossible, leaving the match declared a draw.
WA secured more bonus points than Victoria during the first innings of the five-day contest meaning they only needed to draw the match to claim the title.
Western Australia had not won the Shield since 1999.
Hardie piled on further pain for the weary Victorian bowlers to be unbeaten on 174, as Western Australia reached 7-400 and 480 runs clear of their opponents.
WA were virtually out of sight at the start of the 90-over day at 3-313, a lead of 393.
Hardie, who resumed on 119, continued his momentum from the final session on day four, hitting 25 boundaries and a six in his 311-ball knock.
Needing quick wickets to have any hope of chasing a winnable target, Victoria's only joy came after an hour when Joel Paris was trapped lbw by Jon Holland for 21.
WA opener Sam Whiteman was named player of the match with his first innings' 85 followed by a marathon 123 over four sessions.
"Very special day for WA cricket today. As we've been reminded, the drought has been a long one, but it's finally over," Whiteman said.
Captain Shaun Marsh, who debuted for Western Australia in the summer of 2000/01 and could be playing his final season, said it was a "huge moment".
"It's been a long time coming for this state," he said.
"It’s a huge moment for everyone.
"Just so happy for everyone."
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