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Bangladesh secures historic win over Australia in Test match

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Bangladesh secures historic win over Australia in Test match

Summary

Bangladesh achieved a significant victory against Australia in a Test match on August 16 in Darwin, winning by nine wickets. This triumph marked Bangladesh's first-ever Test win on Australian soil. The victory allowed Bangladesh to climb to fourth place in the ICC World Test Championship standings, improving their points percentage from 58.33% to 66.67%. Despite the defeat, Australia remains at the top of the table with a points percentage of 77.78%. India currently sits in fifth place with a points percentage of 48.15%, after playing nine Tests this cycle.

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By the Numbers

•Bangladesh wins by nine wickets against Australia in Darwin
•This is Bangladesh's first Test win in Australia
•Bangladesh moves to fourth in WTC standings
•Australia retains top position despite the loss
•India is fifth with a points percentage of 48.15%

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1:52 PMYahoo Sports — WTC 2025-27 points table: Bangladesh climb after historic Australia win, India remain fifth

What they're saying

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In a stunning upset, Bangladesh triumphed over Australia in a Test match held in Darwin, significantly impacting the ICC World Test Championship rankings. Australia remains in first place, unaffected by this latest defeat, while Bangladesh's ascent to fourth place boosts their prospects for the final rounds. India, on the other hand, lingers in fifth as the competition intensifies.
— Yahoo Sports

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