Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test
Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay
Australia ended Day 1 of the 2nd Test on 165/8 after dismissing Bangladesh for 64 at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. A total of 18 wickets fell on a pace-friendly surface as the bowlers from both teams controlled the opening day.
Mitchell Starc struck with the first ball of the match and finished with 6/12 as Bangladesh were bowled out in 34 overs. Pat Cummins supported him with 3/25, while four Bangladesh batters were dismissed without scoring.
Bangladesh responded strongly through Shoriful Islam, whose career-best 6/35 reduced Australia to eight wickets down. Cameron Green held the innings together with an unbeaten 51 and will resume Day 2 looking to extend Australia’s 101-run first-innings lead.
Match Information
The 2nd Test of the Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 is being played between Australia and Bangladesh at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Australia. Visitors can follow Australia vs Bangladesh live cricket streaming, match information, score updates and results on WebCric.
Match Preview
Australia and Bangladesh meet in the 2nd Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay from 22 August 2026. Bangladesh lead the two-match series 1-0 after their historic nine-wicket victory in Darwin.
Australia must respond after being outplayed in the series opener. Matt Renshaw has replaced Jake Weatherald in the squad, while Steve Smith, Cameron Green, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne will be central to the hosts’ attempt to produce a stronger batting performance.
Bangladesh travel to Mackay with confidence after controlling the opening Test. Hasan Mahmud and Mehidy Hasan Miraz caused Australia problems with the ball, while Tanzid Hasan and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto played important innings in Bangladesh’s first-innings total.
Australia need a victory to level the series, while a draw will be enough for Bangladesh to secure a historic series win. With World Test Championship points available, the 2nd Test carries considerable importance for both teams.
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Head-to-Head Record
Australia and Bangladesh have met seven times in Test cricket. Australia lead the overall record with five victories, while Bangladesh have won twice. None of their previous Test matches have ended in a draw.
| Total Tests | 7 |
|---|---|
| Australia Wins | 5 |
| Bangladesh Wins | 2 |
| Draws | 0 |
Bangladesh recorded their first Test victory over Australia in Dhaka in 2017 before Australia won the following match in Chattogram. The teams did not meet again in Test cricket until the 2026 series in Australia.
Bangladesh won the 1st Test of the current series by nine wickets in Darwin. That result was their first Test victory on Australian soil and reduced Australia’s advantage in the head-to-head record to 5-2.
Australia vs Bangladesh Live Cricket Streaming
Watch Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 2 live cricket streaming on WebCric. Australia resume on 165/8 with a lead of 101 runs after 18 wickets fell on the opening day at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. The live stream will be available on this page close to the scheduled start of play at 00:00 GMT.
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Series Schedule 2026
The Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 consists of two Test matches. Bangladesh won the opening Test at Marrara Stadium in Darwin. The series concludes with the 2nd Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay.
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test Bangladesh won by 9 wickets |
13–17 August 2026 | Marrara Stadium, Darwin | |
| 2nd Test | 22–26 August 2026 | Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay |
What to Expect from the Test Series
Bangladesh’s performance in Darwin changed the direction of the series. Their bowlers dismissed Australia twice, while the batting group remained patient enough to build a decisive first-innings lead. The visitors now need only a draw in Mackay to claim the series.
Australia still possess an experienced attack led by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon, but their batters must provide a stronger platform. Conditions in Mackay may offer pace and bounce early before becoming better for batting, making the opening sessions particularly important.
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Squads 2026
Australia Test Squad
Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Matthew Renshaw and Beau Webster.
Bangladesh Squad
Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Soumya Sarkar, Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das, Amite Hasan, Jaker Ali, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Syed Khaled Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Musfik Hasan and Shoriful Islam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Australia vs Bangladesh live cricket streaming?
You can watch Australia vs Bangladesh live cricket streaming on WebCric. The live stream will be available on the match page close to the scheduled start of each day’s play.
When and where will the Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test be played?
The Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test will be played from 22–26 August 2026 at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Australia. Each day’s play is scheduled to begin at 00:00 GMT.
How many Tests are in the Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026?
The Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 consists of two Test matches. Bangladesh won the opening Test in Darwin by nine wickets, while the second Test is being played in Mackay from 22–26 August 2026.
Who are the captains of Australia and Bangladesh?
Pat Cummins is captaining Australia, while Najmul Hossain Shanto is leading Bangladesh in the two-match Test series.
Is the Australia vs Bangladesh Test series part of the World Test Championship?
Yes. Both Test matches are part of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship, with championship points available throughout the series.
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