What's happened
Australia’s pace assault, led by Mitchell Starc’s 6-12, has bowled Bangladesh out for 64 as Australia reach 165-8, with Green unbeaten on 51. The Protections: Bangladesh trails by 101 at lunch, and the series resumes with Australia in command.
What's behind the headline?
Context and stakes
- Australia seeks to level the two-Test series after a shock loss in Darwin.
- Shoriful Islam’s spell underscored Bangladesh’s fight on a lively Mackay pitch.
- Starc’s record haul has shifted momentum toward Australia, but questions linger about Australia’s batting order.
What to watch next
- How Australia’s middle order responds to the opening-day collapse.
- Whether Bangladesh can sustain pressure and force a result on day two.
Reader takeaway
- The match will likely hinge on Australia’s ability to convert on a strong start and Bangladesh’s bowlers’ ability to back it up on day two.
How we got here
Australia has rebounded from a shock Darwin defeat to take control of the two-Test series in Mackay. Shoriful Islam’s 7-48 tremors dominated day one while Starc’s early burst defined the innings. Green’s fifty-odd and Lyon’s support push the lead beyond 100 as Australia seeks a 2-0 series win.
Our analysis
AP News, BBC Sport, The Guardian
Go deeper
- How will Australia adjust its batting lineup after a top-order collapse?
- Can Bangladesh repeat day-one pressure if Shoriful Islam is given new-ball duties again?
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