How Bangladesh's loss to Australia boosts India's WTC final hopes
Bangladesh's recent loss to Australia in the second Test has paved the way for India's ambition for the World Test Championship final. With a win against Sri Lanka, India can now surpass Bangladesh in the rankings. Australia's triumph solidifies their top-tier position, while Bangladesh proudly holds a historic No. 6 ranking. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto advocates for increased match frequency…
Mitchell Starc secured a 10 wicket haul and 51 runs in the second innings, as Australia crushed Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs in the second Test. The victory, achieved in just two days, ensured a draw in the two-match series. Australia entered the match after a nine-wicket win in the first Test at Darwin. Despite taking 18 wickets on the first day, the hosts were bowled out for 210 in the second day, leaving them 146 ahead.
Bangladeshi paceman Shoriful Islam took 7-48, the best figures by a foreign bowler in an away Test. Australia's captain Pat Cummins contributed 3-10, while Nathan Lyon took 3-25. The team expressed satisfaction with their resilience and performance.
Written by urgent.news from Yahoo Sports's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test sports.yahoo.com
- Starc strikes early again as Bangladesh chase Australian lead on day two theage.com.au
- Starc strikes early again as Bangladesh chase Australian lead on day two smh.com.au
- Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test aljazeera.com
- ‘I’d like to milk my body for Test cricket’: Mitch Starc on his love for longest format indianexpress.com
