Australia vs Bangladesh Live: Head Incident and Smith’s Actions Stun Fans

Australia Faces Rare Test Defeat After Bangladesh Posts 426 on Day Three

Australia entered day three of the First Test facing the possibility of just their second-ever Test defeat to Bangladesh and their first on home soil, according to match reports. Bangladesh posted a massive first-innings total of 426, leaving Australia trailing by 228 runs after Josh Hazlewood claimed figures of 6/89 and reached his 300th Test wicket by dismissing Mehidy Hasan Miraz caught behind for 65 runs, as reported by Fox Cricket on Kayo.

Batting Collapse Compounds Australia’s Troubles

Australia’s top order crumbled in response to the massive deficit, losing quick wickets to leave the innings in deep trouble. Jake Weatherald was bowled for a duck in just the second over after hitting the ball onto his own stumps. Travis Head fell in nearly identical fashion shortly after, playing the ball onto his stumps off bowler Hasan Mahmud for his second wicket of the innings. Adam Gilchrist told Fox Sports commentary, “This is extraordinary. I’ve never seen that in all my cricketing career,” reacting to the dismissal.

Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith Deal With Injury and Pressure

Marnus Labuschagne survived an early golden duck scare when a strong lbw appeal was judged to be going over the stumps, before spinner Taijul Islam bowled him with a quicker delivery. Steve Smith also faced a difficult day in the field and with the bat, dropping a catch off Taskin Ahmed that Alyssa Healey described as “very un-Australian.” Smith later required on-field treatment from the physio for a back problem while trying to find his flow with the bat, according to live reports.

FAQ Section

What is Australia’s historical Test record against Bangladesh?

Australia’s previous Test defeat to Bangladesh occurred in 2017, when they lost by 20 runs, according to historical match records.

How many Test wickets has Josh Hazlewood taken?

Josh Hazlewood notched up his 300th Test wicket during the innings, becoming the ninth Australian to reach the milestone, as reported by Fox Cricket.

What was Bangladesh’s first-innings total?

Bangladesh was finally dismissed for a total of 426 runs in their first innings.