Bangladesh-Australia series schedule revealed: matches to be held in Darwin for the first time in 20 years

International Test cricket makes a triumphant return to the Australian city of Darwin after more than two decades away.

Details: On Wednesday, Cricket Australia officially unveiled the schedule for the upcoming series against Bangladesh, confirming that the nation’s northern territories will once again become the stage for major sporting events.

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Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg noted that moving the matches to August in the north is a strategic decision.

With the congested international calendar, having world-class venues in the north allows Australia to host Test matches outside the traditional summer window.