Australia confirms playing XI for first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Australia has announced its playing XI for the first Test against Bangladesh, set to begin on August 13 at Marrara Stadium in Darwin. Captain Pat Cummins confirmed Jake Weatherald will make his Test debut as an opening batsman, while seasoned bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc return to the lineup. Nathan Lyon also returns after a hamstring injury, strengthening the spin department. The squad aims to utilize their experienced bowling unit across the two-match series, which continues with the second Test in Mackay from August 22-26.
- •Australia's first Test against Bangladesh starts on August 13.
- •Jake Weatherald set to debut as an opening batsman.
- •Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc return to the pace attack.
- •Nathan Lyon is back after recovering from injury.
- •Second Test scheduled for August 22-26 in Mackay.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Australia announce playing XI for first Test vs Bangladesh; Hazlewood returns, Weatherald set for debut
"Australia's Test squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh has been confirmed by captain Pat Cummins. With Jake Weatherald set to debut as an opening batsman, seasoned bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc rejoin the pace lineup. Nathan Lyon is also back, prepared to lead the spin department. The opening match kicks off on August 13 in Darwin.
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