‘Bangladesh have been in their faces:’ Warner’s brutal take on Australia’s loss

On Sunday, Bangladesh secured their first-ever Test win on Australian soil and only their second victory against the hosts since 1995, defeating Australia by nine wickets in the first Test at Darwin. Former Australian opener David Warner praised the disciplined and hungry performance of the Najmul Hussain Shanto-led Bangladesh team, stating that the visitors outplayed Australia and believed in themselves.

Australia posted their lowest total against Bangladesh, being dismissed for 198 runs in their first innings. Warner expressed confidence that the Australian team would respond strongly in the second Test and reiterated that the loss would serve as a wake-up call for the team to improve and maintain their world-leading status. Former Australian women's cricket captain Alyssa Healy also viewed the defeat as a necessary reality check for Australia, following a summer of exceptional performances by the country's cricket teams.