18 August 2026
Aussies opener Jake Weatherald axed as Matt Renshaw returns for second Test against Bangladesh
Jake Weatherald has been dropped from the Australian Test side as opener Matt Renshaw is recalled for the second Test against Bangladesh. The selection change means Renshaw, a 30-year-old, will return to the team for the first time since 2023. 7NEWS Sport reported the move, which alters the opening positions for the upcoming match.
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The change directly alters Australia’s opening batting for the second Test, with a 30-year-old returning to the XI for the first time since 2023.
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