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Australia hosts Bangladesh for first Test at Marrara Stadium

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Australia hosts Bangladesh for first Test at Marrara Stadium

Summary

Australia will play Bangladesh in the first Test of a two-match series starting August 13 at Marrara Stadium in Darwin. This match marks Australia's return to Test cricket after winning the Ashes against England over seven months ago. Bangladesh's previous performance included being bowled out for 54 in a tour match, raising concerns about their competitiveness. Following this match, the second Test is scheduled for August 22-26 at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay.

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Status Watch

•First Test takes place from August 13-17 in Darwin.
•Australia returns to Test cricket after winning the Ashes.
•Second Test scheduled for August 22-26 in Mackay.
•Bangladesh struggled in a recent tour match, bowled out for 54.
•Live coverage available on Channel 7 and Kayo Sports.

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8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Australia vs. Bangladesh: Live stream, TV channel for first Test in Darwin

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More than seven months since winning the Ashes against England, Australia will return to the Test arena for a two-match series against Bangladesh.
— Yahoo Sports

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