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Bangladesh leads Australia by 153 runs on Day 2 in Darwin Test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:38 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Bangladesh leads Australia by 153 runs on Day 2 in Darwin Test

Summary

Bangladesh dominated Australia on Day 2 of the Test in Darwin, finishing at 351 for 6 at stumps and leading by 153 runs. Tanzid Hasan scored his maiden Test century, contributing significantly to the lead, while the bowlers had dismissed Australia for just 198 in their first innings. This performance is seen as one of Bangladesh's best in Test cricket history, and the cricket community has reacted positively, highlighting the resilience of the batting lineup and their endurance compared to England's recent performances in the Ashes. Bangladesh aims to maintain its dominance going into Day 3.

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By the Numbers

•Bangladesh was 351 for 6 at stumps on Day 2.
•Tanzid Hasan scored a maiden Test century in 197 balls.
•Australia was bowled out for 198 in their first innings.
•Bangladesh leads Australia by 153 runs going into Day 3.
•Fans praise Bangladesh for their batting control and performance.

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10:38 AMYahoo Sports — 'More than England managed during Ashes': Cricket World reacts as Bangladesh dominate Australia on Day 2 in Darwin Test

What they're saying

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With the Bangla Tigers absolutely dominating the Aussies in their own backyard with both the bat and the bowl, the cricketing world was quick to react to the underdog's performance.
— Yahoo Sports

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