Mackay Test pitch earns 'very good' rating following Australia-Bangladesh match

The pitch for the two-day Test match between Australia and Bangladesh in Mackay is set to receive the ICC's highest rating of 'very good.' Match referee Sir Richie Richardson's assessment follows a match that ended with Australia bowling out Bangladesh for 64 and 95, winning by an innings and 51 runs. The pitch yielded 30 wickets in 125 overs and demonstrated favorable conditions for seam movement and bounce. The ICC must approve the pitch rating officially. This Test marked Mackay's debut as a Test venue, recording one of the shortest completed matches in history.

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