Australia Hosts Bangladesh in Two-Match Test Series Starting August 13
Australia will host Bangladesh in a two-match Test series starting August 13, marking Bangladesh's first tour of Australia in 23 years. The series, part of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle, will be played in Darwin and Mackay. Australia, led by Pat Cummins, field a full-strength squad including their key pace bowlers, while Bangladesh face injury challenges. The series holds significance as both teams aim to strengthen their positions in the WTC standings, with Australia currently leading and Bangladesh in fourth place.
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Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 11 Aug, 12:33 pm. Other outlets followed.