Bangladesh vs Australia: History in Dhaka — Tigers Clinch First-Ever ODI Series Win Over Six-Time World Champions
Bangladesh vs Australia: History in Dhaka — Tigers Clinch First-Ever ODI Series Win Over Six-Time World Champions
“Unforgettable Win! Bangladesh defeat Australia and clinch the ODI series! The Tigers roar loud at home!” That was the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s message on X (formerly Twitter) after the final ball was bowled at Mirpur. For 21 years, Bangladesh had waited for a single ODI victory over Australia. They won the first match of this series by 86 runs (DLS). Two days later, they won the series by taking an unassailable 2‑0 lead. Australia crashed to a staggering 0‑3 inside the first two overs – the fourth time in ODI history and the first time in 23 years a team has lost three wickets without scoring a run. Marnus Labuschagne (55 not out) and Xavier Bartlett (52) resurrected Australia from the abyss, sharing a historic 103‑run stand. But Bangladesh’s openers responded with cool‑headed batting, and when Mehidy Hasan Miraz pulled Riley Meredith for six, the stadium erupted. This is the story of a series that will be remembered in Bangladesh for generations.
The Bangladesh team erupts in celebration after Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s winning six — a moment 21 years in the making. (Photo: Bangladesh Cricket / BCB)
“This Isn’t Cricket, It’s Football!” — The Night Australia Crashed to 0‑3
Matthew Short walked out with Australia’s hopes pinned on a series‑levelling performance. Two hours later, he was walking back for his third consecutive duck, having shouldered arms to a Taskin Ahmed in‑swinger that crashed into his off stump. Cooper Connolly faced his first ball, nicked it, and was gone. Matt Renshaw then slapped a catch to the wicketkeeper. Australia’s scorecard read 0‑3. No runs. Three wickets. Four balls later, it was 0‑3 at the end of the second over. The crowd in Dhaka roared; social media exploded.
“0‑3! This isn’t a cricket score… it’s a football scoreline after 3 minutes!” one fan posted on X. Another joked: “Australia batting like they bought a new cricket game on PlayStation and don’t know the controls yet.” It was only the fourth instance in men’s ODI history – spanning nearly 5,000 matches – of a team losing three wickets without scoring a run. The last time it happened was 23 years ago.
The Rescue: Labuschagne & Bartlett’s 103-Run Stand
From the ruins of 6‑81, Marnus Labuschagne and Xavier Bartlett produced a 103‑run partnership for the seventh wicket. Labuschagne, demoted to No. 7, batted with uncharacteristic grit – 85 balls, three fours, 55 not out. Bartlett, the tail‑ender, played the innings of his life: 52 off 48 deliveries (four fours, two sixes). The pair pushed Australia past 180 before rain curtailed the innings. Taskin Ahmed ended the stand and missed a hat‑trick; the heaviest rain then brought the innings to a close.
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Short | b Taskin Ahmed | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Cooper Connolly | c †Litton Das b Mustafizur | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Matt Renshaw | c †Litton Das b Mustafizur | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Alex Carey | c Shanto b Mustafizur | 13 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 76.47 |
| Josh Inglis (c)(wk) | c Tanzid b Tanvir Islam | 34 | 38 | 4 | 1 | 89.47 |
| Cameron Green | c & b Tanvir Islam | 25 | 50 | 1 | 2 | 50.00 |
| Marnus Labuschagne | not out | 55 | 85 | 3 | 0 | 64.70 |
| Xavier Bartlett | b Taskin Ahmed | 52 | 48 | 4 | 2 | 108.33 |
| Adam Zampa | b Taskin Ahmed | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Nathan Ellis | not out | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
Extras: 6 (lb 1, w 3, nb 2). Fall of wickets: 1‑0 (Short, 0.4 ov), 2‑0 (Connolly, 1.1 ov), 3‑0 (Renshaw, 1.6 ov), 4‑25 (Carey, 7.3 ov), 5‑68 (Inglis, 17.1 ov), 6‑81 (Green, 21.1 ov), 7‑184 (Bartlett, 40.2 ov), 8‑184 (Zampa, 40.3 ov).
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskin Ahmed | 8 | 33 | 3 | 4.12 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 7 | 27 | 3 | 3.85 |
| Tanvir Islam | 9 | 40 | 2 | 4.44 |
| Nahid Rana | 8 | 39 | 0 | 4.87 |
| Rishad Hossain | 5 | 26 | 0 | 5.20 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c) | 5 | 21 | 0 | 4.20 |
The Moment That Broke the Internet: Rana’s ‘It’s Only the Beginning’ Sledge
While Rana did not take a wicket in the second ODI, his pace troubled Australia’s batters all evening. A 150kph bouncer struck Marnus Labuschagne on the helmet, leaving him staggered. Labuschagne reportedly mumbled that the ball was coming “so fast it was difficult to even see it.” Rana’s reply? “It’s only the beginning. Now I’ll bowl even faster.” The exchange instantly went viral. Fans replayed the clip on a loop, and Rana’s reputation as world cricket’s next tearaway fast bowler was sealed.
The Chase: Soumya, Shanto Steady; Hridoy & Mehidy Finish
Chasing a DLS‑adjusted 192 in 41 overs, Bangladesh lost Tanzid Hasan early. But Soumya Sarkar (42) and Najmul Hossain Shanto (42) steadied the chase with an 86‑run stand. After both fell, Bangladesh wobbled at 98‑3. Then Towhid Hridoy (40 not out) and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (22 not out) added an unbroken 51‑run stand, sealing victory with 36 balls to spare. Mehidy took a blow to the head from a Nathan Ellis bouncer and needed on‑field treatment, but bravely stayed on to hit the winning six.
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzid Hasan | c & b Bartlett | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Soumya Sarkar | c Renshaw b Meredith | 42 | 45 | 5 | 1 | 93.33 |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | lbw b Meredith | 42 | 40 | 5 | 0 | 105.00 |
| Litton Das | c Meredith b Ellis | 18 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 90.00 |
| Mosaddek Hossain | c Labuschagne b Renshaw | 15 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 136.36 |
| Towhid Hridoy | not out | 40 | 52 | 2 | 1 | 76.92 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c) | not out | 22 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 78.57 |
Extras: 16 (w 13, nb 2, lb 1). Fall of wickets: 1‑1 (Tanzid, 0.3 ov), 2‑87 (Soumya, 12.1 ov), 3‑98 (Shanto, 14.3 ov), 4‑126 (Litton, 18.5 ov), 5‑144 (Mosaddek, 21.5 ov).
“An Amazing Feeling” — What the Players Said
Records & Reactions – “Australia Have Serious Things to Worry About”
📜 Records Broken & Milestones
- First-ever ODI series win for Bangladesh against Australia – after losing the previous four bilateral series 3‑0.
- Australia lost three wickets for zero runs – only the 4th instance in 4,975 men’s ODIs, and the first in 23 years.
- Australia’s opening pair failed to score a run for the 4th consecutive ODI – a unique unwanted streak.
- Xavier Bartlett’s maiden ODI half-century – 52 off 48 deliveries.
- Taskin Ahmed’s match‑changing 3‑27 – took 3 wickets in the final overs, including a double‑wicket maiden.
- Bangladesh’s 5th consecutive home ODI series win – after beating West Indies, Pakistan, New Zealand and now Australia.
🗣️ Senior Journalist’s Verdict – A Wake‑Up Call for Australia
Why This Series Matters More Than the Scoreline
This was not an upset. This was a statement. Bangladesh did not just beat Australia; they out‑batted, out‑bowled, and out‑thought them. The 0/3 collapse will be replayed for years, but the real story is Bangladesh’s composure under pressure. Soumya and Shanto rebuilt, Hridoy and Mehidy finished – all without panic.
For Australia, the absence of Cummins, Starc, Marsh and Head is no excuse. The top order has now failed four times in a row. Matthew Short has three consecutive ducks. The middle order is fragile, and the bowling attack lacks penetration. Josh Inglis spoke honestly after the match – but honesty won’t fix this mess. Bangladesh have beaten New Zealand, Pakistan, West Indies and now Australia at home. That’s not luck. That’s a well‑drilled, confident unit that understands its home conditions perfectly.
The third ODI is now a dead rubber, but the real questions are for Australia. How do they rebuild before the 2027 World Cup? And for Bangladesh, the challenge will be to replicate this success away from home. For now, they deserve every bit of this celebration.
— Admin, Senior Cricket Journalist
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Hero Image: https://cricklive.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/bangladesh-vs-australia-series-win-social.jpg (Bangladesh players celebrating)
Additional Image 1: Taskin Ahmed’s first‑ball wicket of Matthew Short – perfect in‑swinger that crashed into off stump.
Additional Image 2: Mustafizur Rahman’s double‑wicket over – Connolly and Renshaw nicking behind.
Additional Image 3: Nahid Rana’s 150kph bouncer hitting Labuschagne on the helmet – the moment that went viral.
Additional Image 4: Towhid Hridoy and Mehidy Hasan Miraz running between wickets – the partnership that sealed the series.
Additional Image 5: Scoreboard graphic – Australia 187/8 vs Bangladesh 195/5, DLS target 192.
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