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Bangladesh prepares for tougher Test against Australia in Mackay

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:34 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Bangladesh prepares for tougher Test against Australia in Mackay
Summary

Bangladesh coach Phil Simmons is bracing for a fierce response from Australia in the second Test starting Saturday in Mackay. After an unexpected nine-wicket victory in the series opener in Darwin, Simmons warned his players against complacency. Australia has made one change to their lineup, bringing in Matt Renshaw for Jake Weatherald, while captain Pat Cummins seeks a much-improved team performance following criticism of their prior showing. The match is crucial as Australia leads the World Test Championship standings.

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  • •Bangladesh won the first Test by nine wickets
  • •Phil Simmons emphasizes avoiding complacency
  • •Australia has changed Renshaw in for Weatherald
  • •The second Test starts Saturday in Mackay
  • •Cummins aims for improved performance from his team
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  • 8:34 AMYahoo Sports — Bangladesh expect ‘harder’ Australia challenge in second Test, says coach
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After a first Test win in Australia in the series opener, Bangladesh expect a backlash in second match in Mackay.

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