Rampant Bangladesh make history with first-ever Test win in Australia
A dominant Bangladesh stunned hosts Australia to win the first Test by nine wickets in Darwin on Sunday for a historic maiden Test victory on Australian soil. After bowling Australia out for 284 and needing 57 to win, the visitors cruised past the total when Mominul Haque slashed Beau Webster to the backward point boundary. Bangladesh dominated Australia throughout the match and the margin of…
In an unprecedented triumph, Bangladesh secured their first-ever Test victory against Australia in Darwin on Sunday, marking a historic first for the Asian nation on Australian soil. After bowling Australia out for 284, the hosts required only 57 runs to prevail. However, Bangladesh's determined performance saw them cruise past the target, setting the cricketing world abuzz with surprise.
Mominul Haque's boundary off Beau Webster proved pivotal, further amplifying Bangladesh's dominance. Despite Australia's batting collapse and the absence of crucial support for Cameron Green, who scored his third Test century, Bangladesh's relentless pressure ultimately sealed the win. Led by a maiden Test century from Tanzid Hasan, the Bangladeshi team showcased their superior batting, bowling, and catching skills throughout the match, which took place under scorching conditions in Darwin.
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