World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle race has been thrown wide open once again after Bangladesh beat Australia by nine wickets in Darwin. This was the first time that the visiting side defeated the Aussies in their own backyard. What made this win even more amazing was that the visitors played a red-ball game Down Under after 23 years, and the conditions were new to most of the players.
Australia have already made a change to their team, with Jake Weatherald being shown the exit door and Matt Renshaw coming in. It is a key game for many players who have come under fire after the first Test loss. The pace bowling attack was at its efficient best, but Nathan Lyon’s dwindling form is a concern.
Bangladesh doesn’t have worries because their bowlers, led by Hasan Mahmud, outplayed the hosts in the first innings. Mehidy Hasan Miraz showed his skills in the second innings, and the spinner didn’t disappoint. The batting unit also did well, with Tanzid Hasan scoring a ton and Mehidy amassing 65.
Where to watch AUS vs BAN 2nd Test match?
TV Telecast – Star Sports Network HD and SD Channels
Live Streaming – JioStar
Subscription Needed – Yes
AUS vs BAN, timing and venue instructions
Match – Australia vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test
Date –22nd to 26th August 2026
Time – 5:30 AM IST
Venue – Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay
How to watch AUS vs BAN online on Mobile and Smart TV?
Download the JioStar app and then create your profile
You have to buy a subscription, ranging from three months to a year
Click on the live match option to watch the proceedings
How can I see the AUS vs BAN for free?
No, fans cannot watch the Australia vs Bangladesh series for free. You have to buy the subscription offered by JioStar to watch the game. There is a provision to watch a few minutes of action for free, after which you have to buy the paid subscription.
AUS vs BAN Squads
Australia – Travis Head, Matt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve SmithCameron Green, Alex Carey, Beau Webster, Pat Cummins (C), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland, Josh Inglis
Bangladesh – Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton DasMehidy Hasan Miraz, Hasan Mahmud, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Amite Hasan, Khaled Ahmed, Jaker Ali, Musfik Hasan
FAQs: AUS vs BAN, 2nd Test match
Where can I watch the AUS vs BAN live?
You can watch it on the Star Sports Network in the HD and SD formats. You can also live stream the game on JioStar either on their website or the app to watch it on your laptop, desktop, mobile or smart TV.
What time does the AUS vs BAN game start?
The match is scheduled to begin at 5:30 AM IST.
Is the AUS vs BAN game available for free streaming?
No. You need to buy a paid subscription.
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