Australia bowls first in Mackay Test; Shoriful joins Bangladesh squad
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:44 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Australia has opted to bowl first in the second Test match in Mackay, marking debut for the venue. Captain's decision follows a surprising batting first strategy in Darwin. Bangladesh has made a change to their lineup with Shoriful included for this match. The match is ongoing, and both teams seek an early advantage as play unfolds.
- •Australia chooses to bowl first in Mackay Test match.
- •New venue debut for Mackay in this Test series.
- •Bangladesh includes Shoriful in their lineup for the match.
- •The match is currently in progress.
- 11:44 PMESPNcricinfo — Australia bowl first on Mackay's Test debut; Shoriful in for Bangladesh
"After surprising many by batting first in Darwin, Australia's captain went the opposite way in the second Test
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