The visiting Bangladesh team established absolute dominance on Day 2 of the first Test match against Australia in Darwin. After bowling out the hosts for just 198 runs in their first innings on the opening day, the Bangladeshi batters put on a stellar display. By the close of play on the second day, the visitors reached 351 for 6, building a massive 153-run lead over Australia. Mehidy Hasan Miraz remained unbeaten on 32 alongside Hasan Mahmud on 13 at stumps.
Tanjid Hasan Creates History with Maiden Test Ton Down Under
Opening batter Tanjid Hasan laid the foundation for Bangladesh's strong position by scoring a historic century. With this brilliant knock, Tanjid became the very first Bangladeshi batsman to score a Test hundred on Australian soil. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto complemented Tanjid's effort with a solid captain's inning of 84 runs. Together, the duo dismantled the Australian bowling attack and put their side in total control of the match.
Star Australian Bowling Lineup Struggles for Breakthroughs
Earlier on Day 1, Bangladeshi pace bowler Hasan Mahmud had produced a sensational spell, taking 6 wickets to restrict Australia to 198 runs. On Day 2, Australia's high-profile bowling trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood found it tough to make inroads on home turf as Bangladeshi batters handled the pace with composure. With 4 wickets still in hand, Bangladesh look poised to further expand their lead and tighten their grip on the Test match.
