Steve Waugh's reassurance to Bangladesh captain recalls 2003 incident

Steve Waugh's gesture toward Bangladesh's Khaled Mahmud before a Test series in 2003 has resurfaced as a significant moment. Following critical comments from David Hookes suggesting Bangladesh did not deserve Test status, Waugh reassured Mahmud of their capability, stating he believed in their team. This encounter occurred during a team gathering before the first Test in Darwin, highlighting Waugh's professionalism amidst the competitive nature of international cricket. Australia proceeded to win the two-Test series 2-0, largely due to Stuart MacGill's standout performance with 17 wickets.

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