Australia vs Bangladesh Test: Starc’s Milestone Amid Dominant Bangladeshi First Innings

The first Test of the series in Darwin saw Bangladesh dominate the opening innings while Australia’s decision to bat first backfired. After a modest 198 runs, the Australian lineup collapsed, with only a handful of players reaching double figures.

Starc’s record‑breaking wicket arrived as Bangladesh’s openers built a solid platform, eventually reaching 96 for one. Partnerships between Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Mominul Haque added crucial runs, while Bangladesh’s pace spearhead Hasan Mahmud produced a six‑wicket spell, conceding just 55 runs. Starc’s 434th wicket not only gave him the left‑arm record but also highlighted the shifting momentum in the match.