Nathan Lyon returns for Australia in Test series against Bangladesh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Nathan Lyon is set to play for Australia against Bangladesh in a two-match Test series starting in Darwin. This will mark his return to international cricket after nearly seven months sidelined due to a severe hamstring injury. The veteran spinner's performance could impact his future in the team as he approaches 39 years of age. Australia's coach Andrew McDonald expressed confidence in Lyon's preparation while stressing the importance of managing his fitness. Australia won the toss and will bat first in the ongoing match.
- •Lyon is Australia's highest wicket-taking off-spinner.
- •He has been out since suffering a hamstring injury in December.
- •Mark Waugh believes Lyon should not be protected in the field.
- •Cory Rocchiccioli impressed in a tour match with six wickets.
- •Australia won the toss and elected to bat first.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — ‘No guarantees when you get to that age’: Lyon’s body set for ultimate Test in Darwin
"Nathan Lyon is already Australia’s greatest ever off-spinner. But approaching 39, and having been sidelined for almost seven months, the next two weeks could well determine the rest of his Test career.
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