Bangladesh Make History Against Australia

New Delhi, August 16, 2026 Bangladesh created a major milestone in Test cricket by registering their first-ever Test victory over Australia on Australian soil. The historic result was shaped by a brilliant bowling performance in the opening innings, followed by a strong batting display that put Bangladesh firmly in control of the match. Australia were bowled out for only 198 runs in Darwin, with Hasan Mahmud taking six wickets to lead Bangladesh's attack. Steve Smith offered resistance with a 71-run innings from 109 deliveries, but Australia lacked sufficient support around him. Bangladesh responded strongly with the bat, as Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored 101 runs in just his second Test match. His century helped Bangladesh reach 426, while Mominul Haque contributed 49, Najmul Hossain Shanto scored 84 and Mehidy Hasan Miraz added 65. Bangladesh consequently secured a commanding 228-run first-innings lead. Australia showed greater determination in their second innings, but their batting once again depended heavily on an individual effort. Cameron Green scored 104 from 201 balls, helping Australia reach 284 and set Bangladesh a target of 57 runs. However, the total was never likely to seriously threaten the visitors after their huge first-innings advantage. Bangladesh needed only 57 runs on Day 4 to complete the historic triumph. Although Tanzid Hasan Tamim was dismissed for a golden duck in the second over, Australia could not capitalise on the early breakthrough. Bangladesh eventually secured the win, turning a dominant all-round performance into a landmark Test victory and adding a memorable chapter to their cricketing history.