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Australia vs Bangladesh Test day four
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The gist
Bangladesh lead Australia by 67 runs with hosts 161-4 on day four in Darwin.
A historic first Bangladesh Test win in Australia is within reach.
Background
Bangladesh are playing their first Test series in Australia since 2003. After being dismissed for 198 in their first innings, Australia were rolled over by Hasan Mahmud's career-best 6-55. Bangladesh then built a substantial lead, and on day four Australia are struggling at 161-4, still 67 runs behind.
How it unfolded
- Aug 13, 2026Australia win toss and bat, are bowled out for 198; Hasan Mahmud takes 6-55. Bangladesh reach 96-1 at stumps.
- Aug 14, 2026Bangladesh extend their first-innings total to 426 all out, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz scoring 65. Australia begin their second innings.
- Aug 15, 2026On day four, Australia are 161-4, still 67 runs behind. Cameron Green (43*) and Alex Carey (19*) are at the crease.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Bangladesh are in a commanding position and could secure their first Test win on Australian soil.
- Caution
- Australia's middle order is still capable of batting out of trouble, and the pitch isn't doing much.