The 1929–30 Sheffield Shield marked the 38th edition of the Australian first-class cricket competition. Four teams competed in a double round-robin format, playing a total of 12 matches throughout the season. Victoria secured the title, claiming its 12th championship in the tournament history.
Under the points system used that year, teams earned 5 points for a win and 3 points for a win on the first innings. Draws provided 2 points, while a loss on the first innings resulted in 1 point for the defeated side. Victoria navigated these conditions to finish at the top of the standings.
Individual performances stood out despite the team-focused structure of the Shield. Don Bradman of New South Wales dominated the batting charts, accumulating 894 runs across his appearances. On the bowling front, South Australia's Clarrie Grimmett led the league by taking 43 wickets.
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