Bangladesh bowled out for just 54 runs as Australian pacer claims 8 wickets for 25, resulting in an innings defeat.

In a disappointing display, Bangladesh was bowled out for a mere 54 runs in their second innings, resulting in a loss by an innings and 38 runs against a Cricket Australia XI during a three-day tour match at Marrara Oval. This match serves as a crucial precursor to the first Test scheduled for next week in Darwin, highlighting the effectiveness of Australia’s bowling lineup.

The standout performer for the Australian side was 22-year-old left-arm fast bowler Campbell Thompson, who wreaked havoc on the Bangladesh batting order. Thompson claimed an impressive eight wickets for just 25 runs in the second innings, having already taken two wickets on Friday. His remarkable performance saw Bangladesh lose eight wickets for a mere 35 runs, effectively sealing their fate early on the third day.

Bangladesh resumed their innings at 15 for two but could only manage to last 17 overs before their collapse. Opener Tanzid Hasan was the sole bright spot for the team, scoring 22 runs. Thompson's initial five wickets set the tone for the innings, while off-spinner Corey Rocchiccioli contributed by adding to his tally from the first innings, where he had already taken six wickets. Thompson returned to the attack to dismiss Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto for a duck, finishing the innings with two wickets in consecutive deliveries.

This defeat leaves Bangladesh with limited time to regroup before their first Test match in Australia in 23 years, where they will face a formidable bowling trio of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood. In their first innings, Bangladesh had managed to score 263 runs, bolstered by a century from Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who played a crucial role after the top order faltered on the opening day. The CA XI responded with a total of 355 runs, while Bangladesh seamer Hasan Mahmud took four wickets for 42 runs, showcasing some resilience despite the overall disappointing performance.