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Bangladesh marks historic Test win against Australia in Darwin

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:58 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Bangladesh marks historic Test win against Australia in Darwin

Summary

Bangladesh achieved a significant milestone by winning their first Test match against Australia in Australia during the ongoing 2026 Darwin Test. This victory is seen as a culmination of their journey from an associate nation to a full Test-playing country. Bangladesh's cricket history has been shaped by several pivotal moments, including their ICC Trophy win in 1997 and their shocking success against Pakistan during the 1999 World Cup. As they celebrate this achievement, the cricketing community reflects on the evolution of Bangladesh cricket and its rising status on the global stage.

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By the Numbers

•Bangladesh leads in the ongoing 2026 Darwin Test against Australia.
•This is Bangladesh's first Test win on Australian soil.
•Key historical moments include the 1997 ICC Trophy and 1999 World Cup upset.
•The victory contributes to Bangladesh's rising profile in cricket.

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11:58 AMYahoo Sports — Banglawash' to beating Australia in away Test: 5 historic moments in Bangladesh cricket history listed

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Bangladesh has come a long way from their days as an associate nation to now being one of a Test regular, and today we take a look at the five historic moments for the Bangla Tigers.
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