Bangladesh dominate Australia despite Smith reprieve
Australia batter Steve Smith benefits from an odd technology reprieve, but Bangladesh otherwise dominate the hosts on day one of the first Test.
Bangladesh secured a hard-fought first innings in the inaugural Test against Australia, despite Steve Smith avoiding the consequences of a close call. The Indian subcontinent's cricket team capitalized on Smith's well-placed sixer, which he later admitted he may have nicked. Umpire Kumar Dharmasena upheld the decision, despite the home side's successful review request.
Australia, who elected to bat first, struggled to make an impact, totalling just 198 runs for the loss of 10 wickets. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud shone brightly, claiming a career-best 6-55 and helping Bangladesh post a competitive total of 96-1. Despite some early wickets, Bangladesh's top-order contributed significantly, with openers Shadman Islam and Tanzid Hasan Tamim laying a solid foundation.
The visitors' lower order steadied the ship with no more losses, leaving them trailing by 102 runs. Australia has never lost a home Test series to Bangladesh in their six previous encounters.
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