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Bangladesh claims first Test victory in Australia, Pat Cummins faces criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:33 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Bangladesh claims first Test victory in Australia, Pat Cummins faces criticism

Summary

Bangladesh achieved a significant milestone by winning their first Test on Australian soil, claiming a nine-wicket victory over Australia at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin on August 17. The match concluded within four days, with Australia conceding a 228-run lead in the first innings. Bangladesh set a target of 57 runs, which they reached in 14.2 overs with only one wicket lost. This victory marked a historical first for Bangladesh and added to the scrutiny of Australian captain Pat Cummins, who has now lost home Tests against two different Asian teams.

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By the Numbers

•Bangladesh sets a target of 57 runs in the fourth innings.
•Cummins joins Greg Chappell in an unwanted captaincy record.
•Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud awarded Player of the Match.
•Najmul Hossain Shanto scores 84 runs for Bangladesh.
•Australia's first Test loss to Bangladesh occurs at home.

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12:33 PMYahoo Sports — Pat Cummins joins Greg Chappell in unwanted Australia captaincy record after Bangladesh shock

What they're saying

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The match ended inside four days, with Australia conceding a 228-run first-innings lead before setting Bangladesh only 57 runs to win in the fourth innings. The visitors reached the target in 14.2 overs, losing just one wicket.
— Yahoo Sports

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