{
  "id": 2104139,
  "title": "Australia look for response to 'Darwin Disaster' in second Bangladesh Test",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/australia-look-for-response-to-darwin-disaster-in-second-bangladesh-2104139",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-20T08:09:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40435745/australia-look-for-response-to-darwin-disaster-in-second-bangladesh-test"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Australia are seeking a resounding victory in the second Test against Bangladesh following their shocking nine-wicket loss in Darwin, aiming to neutralize the series defeat and even the two-match series. The \"Darwin Disaster\" has been a source of shame for the Australian media, and the impact was immediate, with opening batsman Jake Weatherald dropped from the lineup. Veteran batsman Matt Renshaw, returning at age 30 after a three-year absence, has been given another opportunity to address Australia's batting problems by occupying the top spot in the order. Other potential changes include the inclusion of pace bowlers Scott Boland and Josh Inglis, but the team is likely to rely on their star-studded lineup for better performances. Wicketkeeper Alex Carey, who will play his 50th Test, expressed optimism about bouncing back strongly. The world's top-ranked Test team may face more scrutiny if they fail to secure a win at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, marking Australia's 12th Test venue. All-rounder Cameron Green, the only player under 30 in the squad, scored a crucial century in the second innings of the first Test. Bangladesh, having outplayed their hosts in all aspects in the first Test, is expected to continue their winning form, possibly bringing back Shoriful Islam from injury. Coach Andrew McDonald has cautioned top-order batter Marnus Labuschagne to deliver \"big runs\" in Mackay to retain his place in the squad as Australia prepare for at least another 18 Tests over the next year.",
  "summary": "SYDNEY: Only a thumping win will do for Australia in the second Test against Bangladesh this week as they look to ease the embarrassment of their shock nine-wicket loss in Darwin and even up the two-match series. Bangladesh outplayed their hosts in all departments last week to secure their first Test win on Australian soil and will look to do so again from Saturday in Mackay, a city on the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}