Australia makes squad changes ahead of second Test against Bangladesh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:27 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Australia has announced a squad change for the second ICC World Test Championship match against Bangladesh in Mackay, set to begin on Saturday. Opener Jake Weatherald has been dropped following a poor performance in the first Test where Australia was bowled out for 198. Matthew Renshaw replaces Weatherald, marking his return to Test cricket after more than three years. Australia's top order's struggles have prompted this adjustment, and Marnus Labuschagne, under pressure to perform, retains his place in the squad. Both Josh Inglis and Scott Boland remain in contention for the upcoming match.
- •Matthew Renshaw replaces Jake Weatherald in the squad.
- •Second Test against Bangladesh starts on Saturday.
- •Australia's batting order struggled in the first Test.
- •Marnus Labuschagne remains but faces scrutiny over his form.
- •Josh Inglis and Scott Boland retain their spots in contention.
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"Back-up wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis and reserve bowler Scott Boland have also retained their places in the squad. Both players could come into contention for the second Test, which begins on Saturday.
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