Josh Hazlewood claims 300th Test wicket in Australia-Bangladesh match
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Josh Hazlewood achieved his 300th Test wicket on August 15, 2026, during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. The milestone came as Hazlewood recorded his 14th five-wicket haul, finishing with six wickets in Bangladesh's first innings. Bangladesh was eventually dismissed for 426, establishing a 228-run first-innings lead over Australia. Hazlewood's accomplishment is significant, as it places him among an exclusive group of Australian bowlers, with four in the same squad having over 300 Test wickets concurrently. Australia struggled in the field, dropping five catches and allowing valuable runs from Bangladesh's lower order.
- •Josh Hazlewood reached 300 Test wickets during the first Test against Bangladesh.
- •He took six wickets in Bangladesh's first innings, marking his 14th five-wicket haul.
- •Bangladesh posted a total of 426, leading by 228 runs at the time.
- •Hazlewood is now part of a unique group with four Australian bowlers over 300 wickets.
- •Australia dropped five catches, impacting their performance in the field.
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hazlewood scripts history against Bangladesh, achieves what no Australian pacer has
- 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hazlewood makes Australian Test history, joins elite club with 300th wicket
"Josh Hazlewood marked a significant chapter in his career by taking his 300th Test wicket, joining an illustrious group of Australian bowlers. This achievement underscores Australia's strength, with four bowlers each having over 300 Test wickets on the field together. This historic moment unfolded during the first Test match against Bangladesh in Darwin, with Hazlewood achieving his impressive 14th five-wicket haul as well.
"Josh Hazlewood made a memorable Test comeback against Bangladesh, taking 6/89 in Darwin and reaching 301 Test wickets, becoming only the ninth Australian to achieve the milestone. He also became the first Australian fast bowler to claim a five-wicket haul against Bangladesh in international cricket. His performance surpassed Ian Harvey’s previous best figures for an Australian pacer.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 3:34 PMJosh Hazlewood scripts history against Bangladesh, achieves what no Australian pacer has
Josh Hazlewood made a memorable Test comeback against Bangladesh, taking 6/89 in Darwin and reaching 301 Test wickets, becoming only the ninth Australian to achieve the milestone. He also became the first Australian fast bowler to claim a five-wicket haul against Bangladesh in international cricket. His performance surpassed Ian Harvey’s previous best figures for an Australian pacer.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 12:09 PMJosh Hazlewood makes Australian Test history, joins elite club with 300th wicket
Josh Hazlewood marked a significant chapter in his career by taking his 300th Test wicket, joining an illustrious group of Australian bowlers. This achievement underscores Australia's strength, with four bowlers each having over 300 Test wickets on the field together. This historic moment unfolded during the first Test match against Bangladesh in Darwin, with Hazlewood achieving his impressive 14th five-wicket haul as well.
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