Bangladesh delivered a commanding victory over Australia in the opening one-day international, securing an 86-run win via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in Mirpur. Australia’s chase of 285 stalled at 191 for nine when heavy rain interrupted play. Cameron Green anchored the innings with an unbeaten 52, but persistent wickets prevented any sustained partnership.
Earlier, Bangladesh posted 284 for eight, powered by half-centuries from Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, and Mosaddek Hossain. Bangladesh’s Nahid Rana spearheaded the bowling attack with four crucial wickets.
Australia entered the series depleted, missing captain Mitchell Marsh due to an ankle injury, with Travis Head rested and Tanveer Sangha unavailable. The series continues Thursday with the second match in Mirpur.