The Big Bash League (BBL) has announced a landmark decision to welcome private investment in its franchises. Fans, however, aren't happy.

Australia's Test and ODI skipper Pat Cummins on Friday threw his weight behind the ongoing former international captains' campaign seeking medical care for jailed Pakistan legend Imran Khan and said he should be treated with dignity.

Scrutiny over Australia's top-order batting grew more on Saturday when it failed to inspire another strong start during the second Test match against Bangladesh.

Australia captain Pat Cummins praised his side for "all looking sharp" in a crushing innings and 51-run thrashing of Bangladesh in Mackay on Sunday as they emphatically bounced back from losing the first Test.

Mitchell Starc was at his devastating best as Australia completely outclassed Bangladesh to register a commanding victory in the second Test in Mackay on Sunday.

Australia vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test Day 1, Highlights: Australia were 165-8 at stumps to lead by 101 runs despite Shoriful Islam's 6-35 total.

Australia captain Pat Cummins has confirmed recalled batter Matthew Renshaw will open in his return to the Test arena for the second Test against Bangladesh in Mackay.

Australia were on the backfoot from day one after being bowled out for 198 in their first innings, and with Bangladesh chasing down 57 on day four for a memorable win, the hosts are now 1-0 behind in the two-game series.

Pat Cummins refused to blame the team's preparations as Australia suffered their first-ever Test defeat at home against Bangladesh.

Bangladesh played against Australia for the first time in 2003 in Darwin. At the same venue, Bangladesh secured their first win over Australia in 2026.