Hasan credits preparation after historic six-for against Australia

Hasan Mahmud credited Bangladesh’s historic bowling performance against Australia to thorough preparation and disciplined execution after claiming a career-best six-wicket haul on the opening day of the first Test in Darwin.

Smith admits he nicked it but survives review against Bangladesh

Steve Smith survived a tense caught-behind review during Australia’s first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin, despite admitting he thought he had edged the ball.

Hasan: I followed what my captain asked me to do

Hasan Mahmud produced a career-best Test performance in Darwin, taking 6 for 55 as Bangladesh bowled Australia out for 198 on the opening day of the first Test.

England captain Root tells players to be 'adults' as he ditches curfew

Joe Root said Wednesday there would be no curfew in place during his second spell as England Test captain.

Bangladesh dominate Australia on Day 1 after Hasan’s six-for

Bangladesh finished the opening day of the first Test against Australia in Darwin in a strong position after Hasan Mahmud’s sensational six-wicket haul and a composed reply from the top order.

Bangladesh U-23 beat Malaysia in series opener

A strong recovery with the bat followed by a dominant bowling display helped Bangladesh Under-23 secure a 153-run victory over Malaysia in the first One-Day at the Bashundhara Sports Complex Ground.

Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis out of India Tests with injury

Sri Lanka wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis has been ruled out of two Tests against India due to injury as selectors named the squad for the home series on Wednesday.

‘Nervous’ Cummins refuses to underestimate Bangladesh ahead of Darwin Test

Australia captain Pat Cummins has refused to buy into predictions that the first Test against Bangladesh could be over within three days, insisting that the visitors will provide a strong challenge in Darwin.

Shanto embraces Australia challenge as Bangladesh face unfamiliar Test conditions

Bangladesh are set to face Australia in a Test series after 23 years, with most of their current players having little or no experience of playing Test cricket in Australian conditions.

Litton Das 100% fit, says Shanto

Bangladesh have received a major boost ahead of the first Test against Australia, with experienced wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das declared 100% fit and likely to feature in the playing XI in Darwin.

Hazlewood gets Australia nod ahead of Boland for Bangladesh Test

Australia on Wednesday opted for Josh Hazlewood ahead of fellow quick Scott Boland for the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin, while veteran spinner Nathan Lyon returned after a long-term injury.

Afghanistan series puts Bangladesh-India tour in doubt

The Bangladesh-India white-ball series appears increasingly unlikely after the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) reportedly confirmed its three-match T20I series against India in September.