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Australia's batters face scrutiny after loss to Bangladesh in Darwin

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Australia's batters face scrutiny after loss to Bangladesh in Darwin

Summary

Australia suffered a humiliating nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in Darwin. The loss has prompted discussions about potential changes to the Test squad, particularly targeting openers Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne, who have struggled recently. Former players have underscored the need for regeneration, emphasizing the quality of the top-order batting after a series of poor performances. With the second Test set to begin in Mackay next Saturday, selections could include younger players such as Matt Renshaw or others eyeing a debut as Australia prepares for a challenging series against South Africa later this year.

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•Australia lost to Bangladesh by nine wickets in Darwin.
•Calls for changes to the batting lineup intensify after the defeat.
•Weatherald and Labuschagne are under scrutiny for poor performances.
•Matt Renshaw is a candidate to replace Weatherald in the next Test.
•Australia faces South Africa in a three-Test series later this year.

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5:21 AMYahoo Sports — Axe hangs over Australian batters after Darwin 'disaster'

What they're saying

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Australia's humiliating nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh has accelerated calls for regeneration of its ageing Test team with opener Jake Weatherald and the inconsistent Marnus Labuschagne in the firing line. Returning from injury, Hazlewood shut down debate over whether he remains Australia's first-choice attack bowler with a six-wicket haul in Bangladesh's first innings.
— Yahoo Sports

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