Australia Triumphs Over Bangladesh in Rain-Hit T20 World Cup Clash

Australia secured a 28-run victory over Bangladesh using the DLS method in a rain-affected T20 World Cup match. Key performances from Pat Cummins and David Warner ensured Australia's win. Despite efforts from Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy, Bangladesh fell short.

Australia claimed a 28-run victory over Bangladesh via the Duckworth/Lewis (DLS) method during their rain-interrupted Super Eights match at the T20 World Cup. Australia's bowlers restricted Bangladesh to 140 for eight, with Pat Cummins achieving the tournament's first hat-trick.

In response, Australia reached 100 for two in just 11.2 overs, led by David Warner's unbeaten 53 from 35 balls before rain halted the game. The DLS par at this stage was 72, giving Australia a clear 28-run advantage.

Major contributions for Bangladesh came from skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy, who scored 41 and 40, respectively. Brief scores: Bangladesh—140/8 in 20 overs (Shanto 41, Hridoy 40; Cummins 3/29); Australia—100/2 in 11.2 overs (Warner 53 not out, Travis Head 31; Rishad Hossain 2/23).

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