Australia, led by Pat Cummins, will once again begin its charge towards yet another World Test Championship (WTC) final when the hosts take on Bangladesh in the opening Test of the two-match series, beginning Thursday, August 13. Australia have chosen to field a full-strength playing XI, with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Cummins, and Nathan Lyon all part of it.
Just like the Ashes, Travis Head will once again open the batting for the hosts alongside Jake Weatherald. Australia have chosen to include both all-rounders – Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the playing XI.
On the other hand, Bangladesh are entering the contest after a poor warm-up game where the visitors were bundled out for 54 against Cricket Australia XI. Campbell Thompson returned with eight wickets as Bangladesh were bundled out cheaply. Prior to the series, Bangladesh were dealt a body blow when Nahid Rana was ruled out with an injury.
It is worth mentioning that this is Bangladesh’s first tour of Australia in 23 years. The venue in Darwin will also host its first Test in 22 years. Speaking of the WTC standings, Australia are currently at the top with a points percentage of 87.50, while Bangladesh rank fourth after four Tests this cycle.
Squads:
Australia’s playing XI: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Beau Webster, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (captain), Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood.
Bangladesh: Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Soumya Sarkar, Mushfiqur Rahim, Amite Hasan (wicketkeeper), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Khaled Ahmed, Litton Das, Taskin Ahmed, Jaker Ali, Ebadot Hossain, Musfik Hasan.
Here are the streaming and telecast details for the 1st Test between Australia and Bangladesh:
When will the first Test between Australia and Bangladesh be played?
The first Test between Australia and Bangladesh will begin on Thursday, August 13. The first ball will be bowled at 6 AM, and the toss will take place at 5:30 AM.
Where will the first Test between Australia and Bangladesh take place?
The first Test between Australia and Bangladesh will take place at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin.
Which channels will telecast the first Test between Australia and Bangladesh?
The first Test between Australia and Bangladesh will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network.
Where will live streaming be available for the first Test between Australia and Bangladesh?
The first Test between Australia and Bangladesh will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website.