Starc takes 5 wickets as Australia faces Bangladesh in Second Test
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:49 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Mitchell Starc delivered an impressive performance, claiming five wickets for just five runs in his first six overs during the Second Test against Bangladesh in Mackay. Following a toss win, Australia elected to field, and Starc struck immediately, dismissing Shafiul Islam on the first ball of the match. Bangladesh struggled early, falling to 5-15 at drinks and later 6-21 after Pat Cummins bowled Mushfiqur Rahim. Australia aims to equal the two-match series after losing the first Test. The match is currently ongoing.
- •Starc took 5 wickets for 5 runs in six overs.
- •Bangladesh was 5-15 at drinks and later 6-21.
- •Cummins also contributed by bowling Mushfiqur Rahim.
- •Australia must win to equal the two-match series.
- •Match is ongoing at the Great Barrier Reef Arena.
- 2:49 AMESPNcricinfo — How Starc completed his five-wicket haul in 22 balls
- 1:29 AMYahoo Sports — 5 for 5: Starc destroys Bangladesh top order in stunning opening to Second Test
"Veteran paceman Mitchell Starc has single-handedly banished the memories of a shock First Test loss to Bangladesh with a destructive spell to begin the Second Test in Mackay.
"The left-arm quick dismantled Bangladesh's top order on the opening day in Mackay
Sources
External links- ESPNcricinfoAug 22, 2026, 2:49 AMHow Starc completed his five-wicket haul in 22 balls
The left-arm quick dismantled Bangladesh's top order on the opening day in Mackay
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 1:29 AM5 for 5: Starc destroys Bangladesh top order in stunning opening to Second Test
Veteran paceman Mitchell Starc has single-handedly banished the memories of a shock First Test loss to Bangladesh with a destructive spell to begin the Second Test in Mackay.
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