Aporia · Australia names team for second Test against Bangladesh

Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has named his team for the second Test against Bangladesh, making one change from the previous match. The change is the inclusion of Matt Renshaw at the expense of Jake Weatherald. No specific numbers are mentioned in the article regarding the team selection or past performances. The Australian team faces Bangladesh on Saturday with live coverage provided by ABC Sport.

Written by the local model on 2026-08-21, using this article's own text rather than the other coverage of the same event (that is the story summary below).

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The Australian cricket team has made one change for their second test against Bangladesh, replacing Jake Weatherald with Matt Renshaw at the top of the order. Australia's coach was quoted as saying that his side will "come harder" in the second test, implying a stronger response to the shock defeat in the first test. The second test begins on Saturday in Mackay, where Bangladesh will be looking to maintain their momentum after winning the series opener in Darwin. Australia is currently leading the World Test Championship standings and will be seeking revenge for their unexpected loss last weekend.

Written for “Australia vs Bangladesh Cricket” on 2026-08-31, grounded in this article and the 1 other(s) covering the same event.

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“Article A reports on a completed Test cricket match between Bangladesh and Australia, while Article B announces the lineup for the upcoming second Test between the two teams.”

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“Both articles mention the second Test between Australia and Bangladesh, implying they are reporting on the same specific match.”

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🔮 Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has confirmed Matt Renshaw will open the batting in the second Test against Bangladesh.

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Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has confirmed Matt Renshaw will open the batting in the second Test against Bangladesh. asserted

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Renshaw's inclusion at the expense of Jake Weatherald is the only change to the Australian side who were stunningly defeated in the first Test. asserted

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ABC Sport will have a live blog of every ball between Australia and Bangladesh, with the second Test beginning on Saturday. asserted

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Australia names team for second Test against Bangladesh

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