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Hasan Mahmud's six wickets dismiss Australia for 198
Published
Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud took six wickets as Australia were bowled out for 198 on the first day of their Test. He removed openers Jake Weatherald for 23 and Travis Head for 22 in consecutive early overs, setting up Bangladesh's control of the innings. The supplied report does not include the later score or match result.
Why it matters
Dismissing Australia below 200 away from home gives Bangladesh a rare opening in the Test and makes Mahmud's spell potentially decisive, although the match remains unfinished.
Evidence assessment
The Hindu provides the innings total, six-wicket return and two named dismissals; subsequent play is outside the supplied update.
High confidence — The scorecard facts are precise and directly attributable, while the final competitive significance awaits the remaining innings.
Coverage assessment
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A mainstream sports report covers a live Test after a standout bowling performance.