Cameron Green's century highlights Australia’s struggles against Bangladesh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Cameron Green scored a fighting 104 runs as Australia fell to Bangladesh in a Test match in Darwin on August 16, 2026. Despite Green's effort, Australia was bowled out for 198 in their first innings, while Bangladesh posted 426. Australia managed to lead by 56 runs but the visitors easily chased down the target of 57 runs to secure a comfortable victory. Adam Gilchrist praised Green's innings as a promising sign for his future, while Kerry O'Keeffe supported his potential role in the batting order as a key player moving forward.
- •Cameron Green scored 104 runs for Australia
- •Australia posted 198 and 56-run lead
- •Bangladesh scored 426 and chased 57 runs
- •Adam Gilchrist lauded Green's performance
- •Kerry O'Keeffe sees Green's potential at No. 4
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — 'It is one of the positive stories': Adam Gilchrist singles out Australia’s bright spot in shambolic Bangladesh defeat
"Cameron Green’s fighting 104 earned praise despite Australia’s Test defeat to Bangladesh in Darwin. Adam Gilchrist called his innings a “blueprint” for future success, while Kerry O’Keeffe backed him to become a key No. 5 and eventually No. 4. Bangladesh dominated with bat and ball, comfortably chasing 57 after Australia managed only a 56-run lead.
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