BAN vs AUS 1st ODI Results

2:28 PM IST That brings this to a close - That's it from this entertaining contest, with Bangladesh clinching a memorable win over Australia. The hosts will now look to seal the series in the next game, while the Aussies will be eager to bounce back and force a decider. We will be back at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka for the 2nd ODI on 11th June, Thursday at 5 am GMT. As always, you can join us early for all the build-up to the game. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

2:27 PM IST The victorious skipper of Bangladesh - Mehidy Hasan Miraz starts by saying the camp is delighted with how the batting unit performed. He highlights the Shanto and Tanzid partnership as a particular highlight, saying he was genuinely excited watching the two bat together. He does feel the side can do even better, though. But he is quick to credit Mosaddek and Taskin for the way they held their nerve at the back end, saying the two were completely unfazed in the pressure of the closing overs. On Mosaddek specifically, Miraz acknowledges that the comeback has not been easy after such a long absence. He details that the all-rounder responded in the best possible way, showing real character when the team needed it most. As captain, he says, moments like that fill him with genuine pride.

2:26 PM IST PLAYER OF THE MATCH - Mosaddek Hossain wins the award for his all-round brilliance on his return to the national team. Unbeaten 86 off 70 with the bat, 2/37 with the ball, and a fantastic catch as well. Mosaddek says that it felt like the same when he was first picked for Bangladesh all those years back. Adds that he has worked hard to get back in the team and is very happy with his performance.

2:25 PM IST The captain of Australia - Josh Inglis admits that they weren't clinical in the field as they dropped several catches. He notes that the chances that went down allowed Bangladesh to post a total that should have been considerably lower and far more manageable to chase. On the bowling, he singles out Ellis for special praise, describing him as outstanding across all phases. He adds that Ellis used his variations smartly, adjusted his fields well and produced a high-quality spell that kept them in the hunt throughout. On the chase, Inglis reflects and details that the message to the batters was simple - to back themselves and play their natural game. He notes the surface offered decent value for batting, but early wickets put the side on the back foot. Says several batters got starts, but none could push on and convert, and the absence of a substantial partnership ultimately proved the difference. Looking ahead, Inglis keeps it brief. He details that the side now has a clearer picture of what these conditions demand, and with the series still alive, he stresses the need to respond immediately.

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