Starc takes 10 wickets as Australia defeats Bangladesh by innings in two‑day Test

Australia secured a decisive innings victory over Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay, finishing with a 210‑run lead and a 51‑run margin after the hosts collapsed for 64 and 95 in their two innings. Mitchell Starc delivered a match‑winning performance, claiming ten wickets for 66 runs, including a five‑wicket haul in the second innings. Captain Pat Cummins contributed with a 3‑for‑10 spell, helping to dismantle the Bangladesh batting lineup early on.

The match became the third Australian Test in the last seven games to conclude within two days, underscoring the dominance of the Australian bowlers. Bangladesh’s batting was consistently poor, with neither innings reaching 100 runs, and the combined pressure from Starc and Cummins left the opposition unable to mount a credible response. Australia’s comprehensive win reinforces their strong position in the series and highlights the effectiveness of their pace attack on home soil.