Bangladesh Achieves First Test Triumph in Australia After 31 Years

After a 31‑year gap since an Asian side last defeated Australia on home soil, Bangladesh broke the drought with a landmark Test victory at Darwin's Marara Cricket Ground. The visitors chased down a target of 57 runs, losing only one wicket, to claim their first Test win in Australia.

The achievement adds to Bangladesh's growing résumé, becoming only the second Test win against the elite quartet of England, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand since 2022. It also marks the team's second‑largest win by wickets, trailing only a ten‑wicket win over Pakistan in 2024.

Bowling hero Hassan Mahmud captured nine wickets, earning the Player of the Match accolade. His six‑wicket haul in Australia's first innings limited the hosts to 198, paving the way for Bangladesh's imposing 426‑run total.

Australia's chase, despite a century from Cameron Green, collapsed at 284 all out. Bangladesh needed just 57 runs to win, which they achieved with nine wickets remaining, sealing a historic moment for Bangladeshi cricket.