Australia were humbled on the opening day of the first Test against Bangladesh, stumbling to 198 after Hasan Mahmud took a career‑best 6-55. Bangladesh’s top order built a solid 96‑1 at stumps, leaving a 102‑run first‑innings deficit. The visitors’ bowlers, led by Mahmud, dominated the early sessions, removing Jake Weatherald (23) and Travis Head (22) and later skittling the host’s tail, including Pat Cummins (9) and Mitchell Starc (1).

Australia’s Big Four attack was reunited – Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc – but could manage only one wicket through Mominul Haque and Tanzid Hasan, who shared an unbeaten 60‑run stand. Steve Smith top‑scored with 71, while Hasan Mahmud completed a five‑wicket haul. The hosts admitted the performance fell short. Steve Smith called it “not our best” and vowed a stronger start in the morning. The three‑Test series continues with Bangladesh aiming to build on this promising start in the tour’s first encounter.