Freeman on Sunday would meticulously accumulate 87 off 126 deliveries to reinforce that the talented offspinner is more than a lower-order thrasher with the bat.

But the recovery mission was in vain when NSW/ACT Country retained its unbeaten run in a six-wicket win at the under-19 national titles.

“Jarrod’s proven through this tournament with his batting that if he can be a consistent number five, six or seven in his own under-19 age group – he’s averaging more than 50 at the moment – it’s just endless where he can end up,” Tubb said.

“His first skill is absolutely his off spin bowling, but we’ve been really impressed with his allround abilities.”

Freeman appears to be stacking an irresistible case for under-19 national selectors Greg Chappell, Graham Manou and Troy Cooley ahead of next month’s youth World Cup in New Zealand.

The Mowbray talent arrived at the crease when skipper Dylan Hay’s dismissal left Tassie precariously placed at 3-33 at Windsor Park.

Both Tasmanian openers Keegan Oates and Liam Devlin were gone for just 0 and 1 – two of six victims falling to opening quick Ian Carlisle.

But Freeman with Jack White (48) put on a 93-run stand to set up Tasmania’s reguard action.

The hosts were bowled out off the final ball of the 50^th over for a competitive 221.

Freeman’s innings showed patience, but blunt brutality amid nine fours and one six.

The George Town product was all but the pick of the state bowlers despite collecting 1-31 off 10 overs.

“He’s a great little competitor. He would’ve loved that challenge today and relished playing the top team, being right amongst it,” Tubb said.

“Again he proved his worth making 83 in a difficult time and built the partnership.

“Then I thought he was outstanding with the ball today and just didn’t get the wickets that he wanted. I thought his consistency and control was again excellent.”

The slow bowler has made a clear mark with the ball – including a best 4-23 against Victoria Metro – to take seven wickets at under 25 to go with his 191 runs at nearly 64.

Tubb felt Tasmania was 20 to 25 runs short, but felt the clash with the top Pool B side was beneficial heading into Tuesday’s quarter-finals.

“We don’t take any fear going into finals about who we play now,” Tubb said.

“We’re confident we know the areas we’d like to improve in and, if we can improve five or 10 per cent more, we really should be able to go really deep in the finals.”