Starc, Shoriful unleash carnage as 18 wickets tumble in wild Mackay Test
Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam each took six wickets as 18 fell on a pace-friendly opening day, and Bangladesh was dismissed for 64.
- On Saturday, August 22, 2026, Australia dominated the opening day of the second Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, dismissing Bangladesh for 64 runs as Mitchell Starc claimed six wickets.
- Seeking redemption after a surprising loss in Darwin, Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bowl, with Starc claiming five wickets by his 22nd delivery.
- Bangladesh's left-arm speedster Shoriful Islam countered with career-best figures of 6-35 off 11 overs, cutting through Australia's batting order and restricting the hosts to 165-8 at stumps.
- A total of 18 wickets fell on a surface assisting pace bowlers, leaving Australia with a 101-run lead despite Steve Smith's dismissal for 42.
- This match is part of a heavy 12-month schedule for Australia featuring 20 Test matches, including upcoming tours to South Africa, India, and England.
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Bangladesh fightback against resilient Australia as roller coaster of day 1 ends in Mackay
Australia and Bangladesh kicked off the second and final Test of their ongoing series. The two sides took on each other at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay from August 22nd, and it is safe to say that both sides had a day to remember. It is worth noting that Bangladesh began the game by coming out to bat in the first innings. The side was left extremely helpless as Australia put forth an exceptional performance with the ball. Both openers…
AUS vs BAN, 2nd Test: Starc, Shoriful dominate as day belongs to left-arm pacers - The Tribune
At the end of day one, Australia was 165/8, with Cameron Green (51*) and Nathan Lyon (10*) unbeaten. They were leading by 101 runs against Bangladesh, who were skittled out for 64 in the first innings.
AUS vs BAN, 2nd Test: Bowlers’ Day out in Mackay as Starc, Shoriful pick six wickets each
Shoriful Islam replicated Mitchell Starc’s exploits as batters lived their worst nightmare on the opening day of the second Test at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay on Saturday.
Starc and Shoriful Steal Day One Show with Stellar Six-Wicket Feats | Sports-Games
Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam took six wickets each as Bangladesh fought back against Australia on the first day of the second test. Despite a poor start, Bangladesh restricted Australia to 165 for eight at stumps. Australia leads by 101 runs after dismissing Bangladesh for 64 earlier.
Australia has a slight advantage in the Mackay Test, but Bangladesh made a comeback with the ball to prevent a completely one-sided contest. The second day's play will now determine the course of the match. The pitch is favoring fast bowlers, and batting is not easy.
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