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Bangladesh claims nine-wicket win over Australia, impacting WTC standings

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Bangladesh claims nine-wicket win over Australia, impacting WTC standings

Summary

Bangladesh achieved a significant nine-wicket victory against Australia in Darwin on August 17, 2026, marking their first win in a Test on Australian soil since 2003. The match saw Cameron Green score his maiden Test century, but it was not enough to change the outcome as Bangladesh took control over the final days. This historic win has altered the ICC World Test Championship standings, boosting Bangladesh's percentage to 66.67, while India trails with 48.15. With crucial Tests against Sri Lanka and upcoming series against New Zealand and Australia, India faces pressure to improve their standings.

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By the Numbers

•Bangladesh wins by nine wickets in Darwin.
•Cameron Green scores his first Test century at home.
•Bangladesh adjusts WTC standings, moving to 66.67%.
•India is currently at 48.15% in WTC standings.
•India's next tests are against Sri Lanka in Galle.

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What they're saying

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Cameron Green's maiden Test century at home delayed the result, but Bangladesh had already taken control of the match after three-and-a-half days of cricket on a Marrara Stadium pitch that offered a good contest between bat and ball.
— Yahoo Sports

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