The Bangladesh national cricket team has achieved a historic milestone in international cricket following a 1–1 Test series draw against Australia. In the latest ICC Test team rankings updated on Sunday (August 23), Najmul Hossain Shanto’s side leaped three places to secure the 6th position for the first time in their Test history. This rise was primarily powered by the Tigers’ historic 9-wicket victory over Pat Cummins’ side in the first Test in Darwin—marking Bangladesh’s first-ever Test match win on Australian soil.
Surpassing Asian Giants:
Climbing three spots, Bangladesh bypassed Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and the West Indies to claim the No. 6 ranking. World Test Championship (WTC):
Under head coach Phil Simmons, Bangladesh currently maintains the 4th position in the ICC World Test Championship points table, solidifying their standing in elite long-format cricket. Historical Milestone: Bangladesh previously achieved their highest position of 7th rank following a 2–0 series win against Pakistan. The historic win in Darwin and subsequent series draw in Australia pushed the Tigers to their highest-ever peak in Test cricket.
