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Nathan Lyon reaches 600 international wickets against Bangladesh

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Nathan Lyon reaches 600 international wickets against Bangladesh

Summary

Nathan Lyon achieved a significant milestone on August 23, 2026, by taking his 600th international wicket during Australia's second Test against Bangladesh in Mackay. He claimed three wickets in the second innings, finishing with a total of 601 wickets. This makes him the second Australian spinner and fifth Australian bowler overall to reach this benchmark. The match featured a strong performance from Mitchell Starc, who took six wickets in the first innings, leading to Australia bowling Bangladesh out for 64. Following a challenging batting performance, Australia posted 210 runs in their innings. Bangladesh struggled again in their second innings, being dismissed for 95, resulting in an innings and 51 runs victory for Australia, leveling the two-match series at 1-1.

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•Lyon takes three wickets in second innings, reaching 601 total.
•Australia bowls Bangladesh out for 64 and 95 in respective innings.
•Mitchell Starc leads with 6/12 in Bangladesh's first innings.
•Cameron Green scores 67 for Australia in their first innings.
•Series now tied 1-1 after Australia's victory.

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3:53 PMYahoo Sports — Nathan Lyon joins Shane Warne, becomes second Australian spinner to complete 600 international wickets

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On August 23, 2026, Nathan Lyon celebrated a monumental milestone by reaching 600 international wickets, marking his place as the fifth Australian bowler and the second spin bowler to achieve this feat. He took three crucial wickets during the second innings against Bangladesh, further enhancing his stunning career tally to 601 wickets, cementing his status among the elite Australian bowlers.
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