Match Information
The 1st Test of the Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 is being played between Australia and Bangladesh at Marrara Stadium in Darwin, Australia. Visitors can follow Australia vs Bangladesh live cricket streaming, match information, score updates and results on WebCric.
Match Preview
Australia and Bangladesh begin their two-match Test series at Marrara Stadium in Darwin from 13 August 2026. The match marks Bangladesh’s first Test in Australia since 2003 and brings Test cricket back to Darwin after 22 years.
Australia enter the opening Test with a strong pace attack led by captain Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Steve Smith, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne provide experience in the batting line-up as the hosts look to make a winning start.
Bangladesh will rely mainly on captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and experienced batters Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das to lead their batting lineup. Taskin Ahmed and the rest of the bowling attack will face the challenge of adapting to Darwin’s pace-friendly conditions.
The Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test offers both teams valuable World Test Championship points. Australia start as favourites at home, but Bangladesh will be determined to compete strongly in unfamiliar conditions.
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Head-to-Head Record
Australia and Bangladesh have met six times in Test cricket. Australia lead the head-to-head record with five victories, while Bangladesh have won once. None of their previous Test matches have ended in a draw.
| Total Tests | 6 |
|---|---|
| Australia Wins | 5 |
| Bangladesh Wins | 1 |
| Draws | 0 |
Australia won the first four Tests between both the teams but Bangladesh recorded their first victory over Australia in Dhaka in 2017. Australia responded by winning the following match in Chattogram, leaving that two-Test series level with 1-1.
The Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test in Darwin is their first meeting in this format since 2017. It is also Bangladesh’s first Test match in Australia since their 2003 tour.
Australia vs Bangladesh Live Cricket Streaming
Watch Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test live cricket streaming on WebCric. The opening match of the two-Test series is being played at Marrara Stadium in Darwin from 13–17 August 2026. The live stream will be available on Webcric close to the scheduled start of each day’s play.
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Series Schedule 2026
The Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 consists of two Test matches. The series begins at Marrara Stadium in Darwin, with the second Test taking place at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay.
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | 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
Australia begin the two-Test series as favourites in home conditions, with an experienced batting line-up and a strong bowling attack led by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon. The pace and bounce in Darwin and Mackay could provide a demanding challenge for Bangladesh.
Bangladesh will rely on disciplined batting and their seamers’ ability to make use of any early movement. With both matches carrying World Test Championship points, adapting quickly to the different conditions at Marrara Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena could play an important role in deciding the series.
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, Jake Weatherald 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 and Musfik Hasan.
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 1st Test be played?
The Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test will be played from 13–17 August 2026 at Marrara Stadium in Darwin, Australia. Each day’s play is scheduled to begin at 00:30 GMT.
How many Tests are in the Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026?
The Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 consists of two Test matches. The opening Test is being played in Darwin, followed by the second Test 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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