DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh produced a landmark performance at Marrara Oval to defeat Australia by nine wickets in the first Test of the 2026 Bangladesh tour of Australia, securing their maiden Test victory on Australian soil.
- Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets in the first Test in Darwin.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz took five wickets in Australia’s second innings.
- Hasan Mahmud finished the match with nine wickets.
- Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored his maiden Test century in Bangladesh’s 426.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz Completes Australia’s Collapse
Australia resumed the fourth day with six wickets in hand and Cameron Green still at the crease. Green provided resistance and eventually reached his third Test century, scoring 104, but Bangladesh’s bowling attack maintained pressure throughout the innings.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz became the central figure of Australia’s second-innings collapse. The spinner removed Alex Carey, Beau Webster, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon among his five wickets, finishing with figures of 5 for 66.
Taskin Ahmed also made an important contribution by dismissing Mitchell Starc after Australia had threatened to extend their lead. Green’s innings briefly raised hopes of a competitive target, but Hasan Mahmud removed him for 104 to finish with three wickets in the second innings.
Australia were eventually dismissed for 284, leaving Bangladesh with a target of only 57 runs.
Bangladesh Complete the Chase in 14.2 Overs
Bangladesh lost Tanzid Hasan Tamim early in the chase when Josh Hazlewood dismissed the centurion for a duck. However, Mominul Haque and Shadman Islam remained composed and ensured there was no further setback.
Mominul finished unbeaten on 30 from 39 balls, while Shadman remained not out on 25 from 42 deliveries. Mominul struck the winning boundary to complete Bangladesh’s 57-run chase in 14.2 overs.
The result gave Bangladesh a nine-wicket victory and completed a remarkable turnaround after their heavy defeat against a Cricket Australia XI in the preceding warm-up match.
Hasan Mahmud Sets Up Historic Victory
Bangladesh’s victory was built on their outstanding first-innings bowling performance. Hasan Mahmud produced career-best figures of 6 for 55 as Australia were dismissed for 198.
Bangladesh then took control with the bat. Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored 101, registering his maiden Test century, while captain Najmul Hossain Shanto contributed 84. Mehidy added a crucial 65, helping Bangladesh reach 426 and establish a first-innings lead of 228 runs.
Josh Hazlewood was Australia’s most successful bowler with 6 for 89, but Bangladesh’s substantial first-innings advantage left the hosts under considerable pressure.
Australia’s Cameron Green Provides Resistance
Australia’s second innings offered some resistance through Green, who scored 104 after reaching his half-century from 109 balls. His century came from 192 deliveries and included four fours and one six.
Steven Smith added 44, while Marnus Labuschagne scored 31 and Alex Carey made 30. However, Bangladesh consistently removed partnerships before Australia could build a match-changing advantage.
Mehidy’s five-wicket haul proved decisive as Australia’s middle and lower order struggled against his controlled off-spin. His dismissal of Lyon for 15 brought the innings to an end at 284.
Bangladesh’s Historic Test Achievement
The victory marked Bangladesh’s first Test win in Australia in their third attempt. It was also their first Test in the country in 23 years, making the result particularly significant for a side entering unfamiliar conditions.
Bangladesh’s success was even more striking considering the concerns surrounding their preparation. They had been bowled out for 54 against a Cricket Australia XI shortly before the Test, raising questions about their ability to compete against Australia’s attack.
Instead, Bangladesh’s bowlers repeatedly dismissed Australia for under 300, while their batters absorbed pressure from Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins.
Full Match Scorecard: Australia vs Bangladesh
Australia 1st Innings — 198 all out
| Batter | R | B |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Head | 22 | 39 |
| Jake Weatherald | 23 | 37 |
| Marnus Labuschagne | 1 | 20 |
| Steven Smith | 71 | 109 |
| Cameron Green | 13 | 13 |
| Alex Carey | 19 | 43 |
| Beau Webster | 12 | 10 |
| Pat Cummins | 9 | 19 |
| Mitchell Starc | 1 | 11 |
| Nathan Lyon | 7 | 13 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 4* | 7 |
Bangladesh bowling: Hasan Mahmud 6-55, Ebadot Hossain 2-39, Taskin Ahmed 2-55.
Bangladesh 1st Innings — 426 all out
| Batter | R | B |
|---|---|---|
| Shadman Islam | 20 | 30 |
| Tanzid Hasan Tamim | 101 | 197 |
| Mominul Haque | 49 | 95 |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | 84 | 126 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | 36 | 55 |
| Litton Das | 0 | 12 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 65 | 154 |
| Hasan Mahmud | 14 | 92 |
| Taijul Islam | 17 | 23 |
| Taskin Ahmed | 14* | 32 |
| Ebadot Hossain | 7 | 18 |
Australia bowling: Josh Hazlewood 6-89, Mitchell Starc 2-79, Pat Cummins 1-75, Nathan Lyon 1-102.
Australia 2nd Innings — 284 all out
| Batter | R | B |
|---|---|---|
| Travis Head | 17 | 35 |
| Jake Weatherald | 0 | 3 |
| Marnus Labuschagne | 31 | 59 |
| Steven Smith | 44 | 88 |
| Cameron Green | 104 | 201 |
| Alex Carey | 30 | 72 |
| Beau Webster | 5 | 21 |
| Pat Cummins | 8 | 32 |
| Mitchell Starc | 18 | 34 |
| Nathan Lyon | 15 | 27 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 0* | 4 |
Bangladesh bowling: Mehidy Hasan Miraz 5-66, Hasan Mahmud 3-56, Taskin Ahmed 1-66, Taijul Islam 1-51.
Bangladesh 2nd Innings — 57/1
| Batter | R | B |
|---|---|---|
| Shadman Islam | 25* | 42 |
| Tanzid Hasan Tamim | 0 | 5 |
| Mominul Haque | 30* | 39 |
Australia bowling: Josh Hazlewood 1-5, Mitchell Starc 0-15, Nathan Lyon 0-23, Beau Webster 0-12.
Teams and Match Details
Bangladesh Playing XI: Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Litton Das (wicketkeeper), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Ebadot Hossain.
Australia Playing XI: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Beau Webster, Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood.
The first Test was played at Marrara Oval in Darwin from August 13 to 16, 2026. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first.
What the Result Means for the Series
Bangladesh now lead the two-match series 1-0. The result also gives the visitors significant momentum ahead of the next Test, while Australia will need to respond after being outplayed across both innings.
For Bangladesh, the victory represents more than a series advantage. It demonstrates their ability to compete in unfamiliar conditions against Australia’s highly regarded pace attack and marks a defining moment in their Test cricket history.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bangladesh win their first Test in Australia?
Bangladesh secured their first Test victory on Australian soil in the first Test of their 2026 tour, winning by nine wickets at Marrara Oval in Darwin.
Who were the standout performers for Bangladesh?
Hasan Mahmud took nine wickets in the match, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed five wickets in Australia’s second innings and scored 65 in Bangladesh’s first innings. Tanzid Hasan Tamim also made a maiden Test century.
Final Result
Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets after scoring 426 in their first innings and restricting Australia to 198 and 284. Mominul Haque’s unbeaten 30 and Shadman Islam’s unbeaten 25 completed the final chase, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s five-wicket haul sealed one of Bangladesh’s most significant Test victories.
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