Bangladesh take 228-run lead after piling on 426 in Darwin
Bangladesh tightened their grip on the Darwin Test after being bowled out for 426 in their first innings on Saturday (August 15), securing a commanding 228-run lead over Australia.
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Starc’s unusual no-ball highlights Australia’s frustration in Darwin Test
Australia’s struggle to regain control of the Darwin Test against Bangladesh continued on Saturday, with fast bowler Mitchell Starc conceding a rare no-ball as the hosts faced mounting pressure from the tourists’ stubborn lower-order resistance.
Bangladesh no longer a 'weak' team: Australian media
Against a star-studded and formidable Australia side, not many would have bet on Bangladesh in the Darwin Test. Having just lost the sole Test in Zimbabwe by an innings, and then being bowled out for 54 in the second innings against a third-string Australian side in the warm-up match on their return to Australia after 23 years, Bangladesh were hardly in the spotlight.
Bangladesh to play in ASEAN Cup in place of India
India has withdrawn from the FIFA-organised ASEAN Cup to play against Brazil. Bangladesh has been invited to replace India in the tournament, which will be held in Indonesia. The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) is moving towards a positive decision regarding accepting this last-minute invitation.
Tanjid dedicates dream century to parents
Bangladesh have taken control of the first Test against Australia in Darwin, with the second day firmly in their favour. The visitors built a solid resistance with the bat against the Australian bowlers, finishing the day in a strong position, leaving Australia with a challenging target to chase.
Tanzid’s historic century draws praise from Ponting, Gilchrist and Mark Waugh
Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim has earned high praise from three Australian greats after producing a memorable century in only his second Test on Australian soil.
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