Bangladesh Scripts History with Landmark 9-Wicket Victory Over...
Bangladesh recorded their maiden Test match victory on Australian soil, defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin. Pacer Hasan Mahmud’s six-wicket...
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In a historic milestone for international cricket, Bangladesh secured their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil by defeating Australia by nine wickets in the first Test match at the TIO Stadium in Darwin. Bangladesh dominated the proceedings right from the opening day of the match, displaying clinical discipline across all departments. The Bangladeshi bowling unit bowled out Australia for a modest 198 runs in their first innings before the batting lineup mounted a relentless response, piling up a massive 426 runs to establish a commanding 228-run first-innings lead.
Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud set the tone for Bangladesh in the opening innings, dismantling Australia's formidable batting lineup with a career-best spell of 6 for 55. His lethal seam movement and precise line restricted the hosts from building any significant partnerships. In response, Bangladesh mounted a stern batting display anchored by talented young opener Tanjid Hasan, who scored a brilliant 101 runs to become the first Bangladeshi batsman to score a Test century in Australia. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto provided crucial support with a stroke-filled 84, while star all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz contributed a solid 65 runs to push Bangladesh past the 400-run mark and lock in total control of the match.
Spin and Pace Tandem Seals Historic Win in Second Innings
Australia attempted to mount a fightback in their second innings, scoring 284 runs backed by a determined half-century from Cameron Green. However, Bangladesh's disciplined attack refused to let the hosts build match-altering momentum. Off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz spun a web around the Australian middle and lower order, taking an exceptional 5 for 66, while pace spearhead Hasan Mahmud supported effectively with figures of 3 for 56. Their combined effort restricted the Australian lead, setting Bangladesh a modest target of 57 runs for victory.
During the final run-chase, Bangladesh suffered a brief moment of tension as opener Tanjid Hasan was dismissed for a duck in the very first over. However, experienced campaigners Mominul Haque and Shadman Islam maintained their composure under pressure, steering the chase smoothly without any further damage. Mominul struck a decisive boundary to wrap up the match, triggering jubilant celebrations in the Bangladeshi dugout. This groundbreaking 9-wicket triumph stands as a red-letter moment in Bangladesh's Test history, proving their growing competitiveness on international soil.