Bangladesh fast‑bowler Shoriful Islam produced a career‑defining spell on Sunday, ripping through Australia with a sensational 7‑48 as the hosts were bowled out for 210 on day two of the second Test.
Australia resumed at 165‑8, holding a strong lead after Bangladesh’s shock collapse for 64 all out on day one. They managed to add 45 more runs, thanks largely to a composed 67 from Cameron Green, who top‑scored in a gritty innings that kept Australia in control. Steve Smith contributed 42, while Nathan Lyon remained unbeaten on 32.
But the day belonged to Shoriful. His 7‑48 is not only his best performance in Test cricket it is also the best bowling figures by any Bangladesh player in an away Test, a milestone that underscores his growing stature in the international game.
Bangladesh entered the match with momentum after stunning Australia by nine wickets in the first Test in Darwin. With Australia leading by 146 runs, the second Test remains delicately poised as Bangladesh look to fight their way back into the contest.
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