Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test: Starc Takes 10 Wickets

Mackay, Australia — Australia produced a ruthless response to their defeat in Darwin, crushing Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs in the second Test at Mackay to level the two-match series 1-1. Mitchell Starc led the demolition with a 10-wicket match haul as Bangladesh were bowled out for 64 and 95, with the contest ending inside two days.

Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test: Starc Takes 5

MACKAY, Australia — Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test: Bangladesh were left reeling at 35/6 after 21.1 overs against Australia on the opening morning of the second Test at Mackay on Saturday, with Mitchell Starc producing a devastating five-wicket spell to rip through the visitors’ top order.

Cummins Opens Door to Australia Changes After Bangladesh Shock

DAVIN, Australia — Australia captain Pat Cummins has indicated that changes to the batting line-up could be discussed ahead of the second Test against Bangladesh after the visitors completed a historic nine-wicket victory on the fourth day. The defeat exposed Australia’s struggles with the bat and left the hosts with an unassailable 1-0 deficit in the two-match series.

Hazlewood Returns as Australia Confirm Bangladesh Test XI

DARWIN, Australia — Australia have confirmed their playing XI for the opening Test against Bangladesh in Darwin, with Josh Hazlewood returning to international cricket after a lengthy injury absence and Nathan Lyon coming back into the side. Captain Pat Cummins also confirmed that Alex Carey will remain at No. 6, while Cameron Green and Beau Webster will bat at Nos. 5 and 7 respectively.

Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Bangladesh Face Toughest Test in Australia

DARWIN, Australia — Bangladesh begin their two-match Test series against Australia at Marrara Cricket Ground on Thursday, August 13, facing one of the toughest challenges of their Test journey. The Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test comes 23 years after Bangladesh last played a Test in Australia, but the visitors now arrive as a more experienced side determined to compete across five days.

Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Full Match Details

DARWIN, Australia — Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Australia and Bangladesh are set to begin their two-match Test series at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on Thursday, August 13, with the opening match marking Bangladesh’s return to Test cricket in Australia after 23 years. The first Test will start at 10:00 AM local time, with both teams arriving with experienced squads and several important selection and fitness questions.