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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 bowls first in Mackay Test; Shoriful joins Bangladesh squad
Summary

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.

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  • •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.
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  • 11:44 PMESPNcricinfo — Australia bowl first on Mackay's Test debut; Shoriful in for Bangladesh
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After surprising many by batting first in Darwin, Australia's captain went the opposite way in the second Test

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