Phil Simmons flags batting concerns after Bangladesh’s crushing loss

After a 38‑run loss to the Australia XI in a practice match, Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons voiced serious worries about his side’s batting. "We let ourselves down with the bat," Simmons said, pointing to the series of quick wickets that fell throughout the game.

Bangladesh’s 263‑run total was anchored by Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s unbeaten 109, yet the team could not sustain momentum. Australia piled up 355 runs, with big contributions from Tig Willow (130), Jake Doran (76) and Curtis Patterson (53). In the chase, Bangladesh managed only 54 runs, prompting Simmons to call the performance "disappointing" and to promise intensive work over the next three days before the Test commencement on August 13.