
Bangladesh Nears Historic Test Victory Against Australia
On August 15, 2026, Bangladesh moved closer to a potential historic Test victory against Australia, ending Day 3 at 161-4 and trailing by 67 runs at Marrara Stadium.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz played a key role, scoring 65 runs and taking the crucial wicket of Steve Smith, while Cameron Green and Alex Carey remained not out at 43 and 19 runs, respectively. Australia faced challenges with dropped catches, including a notable one by Smith, contributing to their struggles.
Bangladesh's first innings total of 426 gave them a significant lead, and they now require six more wickets to secure their first Test win in Australia, a feat that would mark a significant milestone in their cricket history.