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13 August 2026

Australia wins the toss, bats against Bangladesh in series-opening cricket test

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Australia wins the toss, bats against Bangladesh in series-opening cricket test

Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Australian bowlers Josh Hazlewood, left, Nathan ...

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