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Bangladesh beat Australia to claim first ODI series win against six-time World Cup winners

Bangladesh ends 21-year losing streak by defeating Australia in a historic ODI series win

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📍 How it ended

The story concluded with Bangladesh securing their first-ever ODI series victory over Australia, ending a 21-year winless streak for the six-time World Cup champions. Coverage shifted to the second ODI as Australia sought to respond, but the series win for Bangladesh marked a historic upset in the tournament.

The trend quieted without further updates on the series outcome beyond the first victory.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Bangladesh has secured its first-ever ODI series victory over Australia, ending a 21-year losing streak against the six-time World Cup champions. The win came in the second ODI match of the series, with Australia’s opener, David Meredith, recalled after a five-year absence. The victory marks a landmark achievement for Bangladesh’s cricket team, which has been steadily improving its performance in international cricket.

Coverage highlights the historic nature of the win, with outlets like *The Guardian* and *BBC* emphasizing the significance of Bangladesh’s triumph over a cricket powerhouse. ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz are tracking the series closely, noting Australia’s struggles to respond effectively. The match has been framed as a turning point for Bangladesh’s cricket ambitions.

With one ODI remaining in the series, attention will focus on whether Bangladesh can maintain momentum or if Australia will stage a comeback. The outcome could further solidify Bangladesh’s rising status in global cricket or prompt a deeper analysis of Australia’s recent form.

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Quick answers

How many ODIs have Bangladesh and Australia played before this series?

Coverage does not specify the total number of previous ODIs between the two teams, but this is Bangladesh’s first-ever ODI series win against Australia.

Who is David Meredith, and why was he recalled?

David Meredith is an Australian cricketer recalled to the team after a five-year absence, as noted by the *San Francisco Chronicle*. His return was part of Australia’s efforts to address struggles in the series.

What is the significance of this win for Bangladesh?

This victory is historic for Bangladesh, as it marks their first ODI series win over Australia, ending a 21-year losing streak against the six-time World Cup winners, according to *The Guardian* and *BBC*.

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