India Bangladesh Tour Awaits Government Approval

NEW DELHI, India — India’s proposed men’s cricket tour of Bangladesh is awaiting formal clearance from the Indian government, with the BCCI currently engaged in discussions with the Indian High Commission, according to a BCCI source cited by ANI.

KL Rahul Backed to Shine in Sri Lanka Test Series

GALLE, Sri Lanka — India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel has backed KL Rahul to play a key role in the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, pointing to the wicketkeeper-batter’s experience and his ability to help younger players understand the conditions in Galle.

Tanzid Hits Maiden Test Century vs Australia

DARWIN, Australia — Tanzid Hasan produced a landmark innings on Day 2 of the first Test against Australia, scoring his maiden Test century as Bangladesh strengthened their position at Marrara Stadium. Tanzid made 101 from 197 balls, while captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remained unbeaten on 79 at tea as Bangladesh reached 286/3 and moved 88 runs ahead of Australia’s 198.

AUS vs BAN 1st Test: Bangladesh Lead by 153 Runs

DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh strengthened their position in the AUS vs BAN 1st Test on Day 2, reaching 351/6 at stumps after Australia were dismissed for 198 in their first innings at Marrara Stadium. The visitors now lead by 153 runs, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Hasan Mahmud unbeaten at the close.

Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Day 1 Score

DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh ended the opening day of the first Test against Australia in a strong position after dismissing the hosts for 198 and reaching 96 for 1 by stumps at Marrara Cricket Ground on Thursday. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first, but Bangladesh’s seamers repeatedly found the right areas and eventually claimed all 10 Australian wickets. Hasan Mahmud was the standout performer with career-best figures of 6 for 55.