Mehidy scores fifty as Bangladesh leads by over 200 runs
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:53 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

On August 15, Bangladesh has extended its lead to over 200 runs against Australia on the third day of their match. Mehidy has contributed significantly by scoring a half-century. Australia has managed to take two wickets with Josh Hazlewood leading the effort, but dropped catches have hindered their progress. The match remains ongoing, with Bangladesh looking to build on their substantial advantage.
- •Mehidy reaches fifty, boosting Bangladesh's total.
- •Bangladesh leads by more than 200 runs.
- •Josh Hazlewood takes two wickets for Australia.
- •Australia suffers setbacks with two dropped catches.
- •Match is currently in progress as of August 15.
- 2:53 AMESPNcricinfo — Mehidy hits fifty as Bangladesh's lead crosses 200 on third morning
"Josh Hazlewood has picked up two wickets on the third day, but it has largely been frustrating for Australia, two dropped catches compounding their misery
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