Live: Australia in desperate need of runs with Bangladesh closing in on famous win
Australia begins day four requiring a minor miracle to avoid a shock defeat against Bangladesh in Darwin. Follow live.
Australia faces a desperate need for runs as Bangladesh inches closer to a historic win in their Test match in Darwin. With just one over remaining from left-arm spinner Mehidy, the pressure is mounting on the home team.
Carey defends solidly as Mehidy bowls, a slip and a bat pad in place. He fends to mid on, trying to squeeze the ball, but misses the gap. He pushes into the off side, slapping it to cover. Carey rocks back and cuts but misses, finding the gap through cover. A maiden ball for Mehidy. Now, the pick of the seamers has been effective with his line and length.
Green defends a well-placed ball, pushing it to the top of off stump. The atmosphere is subdued, overshadowed by the squawking of birds. Green drives with authority but misses runs. The pitch, still dewy and greener than expected, is being praised by veteran Mark Waugh.
Australia's early wickets have been crucial, and if they can take a few more in the first hour, they could put the Bangladeshi batters under pressure. However, with the pitch still good to bat on, Bangladesh will likely attempt to take wickets or two in the first half of the day. The decision to bat first may go down in history, similar to other controversial decisions in the past. Whether Australia can build a lead or not remains to be seen, but the pressure is on for both teams.
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