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Shanto capitalizes on dropped catch to score 67 vs Australia
9 Jun
Summary
- Marnus Labuschagne dropped a crucial catch at second slip.
- Najmul Hossain Shanto, given a lifeline, scored 67 runs.
- Bangladesh aims for a defendable total of 250-270 runs.

The first ODI between Bangladesh and Australia is underway, marking international cricket's return. During the match at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Dhaka, Australian fielder Marnus Labuschagne dropped a catch off Najmul Hossain Shanto, who was on 9 runs. This proved costly as Shanto went on to score 67.
Shanto and Tanzid Hasan built a 96-run partnership, with Hasan also scoring 54. Bangladesh reached 195/4 and aims for a total between 250-270 with 13 overs remaining. Australia is captained by Josh Inglis as Mitchell Marsh recovers from an ankle injury, and Travis Head is on leave.