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Starc breaks left-arm Test record; Bangladesh restrict Australia to 198
Mitchell Starc became the most successful left-arm bowler in Test cricket history on Thursday, surpassing Sri Lanka's Rangana Herath. The Australian quick dismissed Shadman Islam in the first Test against Bangladesh in…
The Story in Brief
Mitchell Starc became the most successful left-arm bowler in Test cricket history on Thursday, surpassing Sri Lanka's Rangana Herath. The Australian quick dismissed Shadman Islam in the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin to take his 434th wicket, equalling Kapil Dev's overall Test tally in 25 fewer matches. He is now six wickets away from entering the top 10 list currently held by Dale Steyn with 439 wickets.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud recorded career-best figures of 6 for 55 as Australia were bowled out for 198, their lowest total against Bangladesh in Tests. Taskin Ahmed also reached 300 international wickets during the innings. Bangladesh ended the day at 96 for 1, trailing by 102 runs.
The Indian Opinion
The focus on Starc's record risks overshadowing a gritty performance from Bangladesh's pace attack. Hasan Mahmud's six-wicket haul showed fast bowling depth that deserves attention beyond the headlines. For Indian fans watching, the question is whether this Bangladesh side can sustain pressure overseas. Day two will test their batting against Australia's full-strength attack.
Sources (5): timesofindia.indiatimes.com, indiatvnews.com, newindianexpress.com, sports.ndtv.com, timesnownews.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 5 sources.
