Pat Cummins added an unwanted record to his captaincy career after Australia suffered a historic nine-wicket defeat against bangladesh in the first Test at Darwin on August 16, 2026. The result made Bangladesh the first team to defeat Australia in a Test on Australian soil, while Cummins joined former Australian captain Greg Chappell on a rare list.
Pat Cummins Joins Greg Chappell on Unwanted List
Bangladesh’s remarkable victory means Cummins has now overseen home Test defeats against two different Asian teams. His first such loss came against India in 2021, while Bangladesh added another defeat to his record in Darwin.
Before Cummins, Greg Chappell was the only other Australian captain to suffer home Test defeats against two different Asian nations during his captaincy tenure.
Chappell’s Australia suffered three home Test defeats during his captaincy. Two came against Pakistan, while India also defeated his side in Melbourne in February 1981.
Bangladesh Create History in Darwin
Bangladesh produced one of the biggest Test results in their history by defeating Australia by nine wickets at the Marrara Cricket Ground. The visitors successfully chased a target of just 57 runs to complete their maiden Test victory on Australian soil.
The result was also only Bangladesh’s second Test victory over Australia, making the achievement even more significant for Najmul Hossain Shanto’s side.
Bangladesh dominated the match from the opening innings. Australia were bowled out for 198, with Hasan Mahmud taking 6/55. Bangladesh then responded with 426, securing a massive first-innings lead.
Australia showed some resistance in their second innings, with Cameron Green scoring a century, but Bangladesh’s bowlers eventually dismissed the hosts for 284. That left Bangladesh needing only 57 runs for victory.
Bangladesh’s Historic Test Wins in Australia
| Winning Team | Margin | Winning Captain | Australia Captain | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 8 wickets | Mushtaq Mohammad | Greg Chappell | Sydney | January 14, 1977 |
| India | 59 runs | Sunil Gavaskar | Greg Chappell | Melbourne | February 7, 1981 |
| Pakistan | 74 runs | Wasim Akram | Mark Taylor | Sydney | November 30, 1995 |
| India | 4 wickets | Sourav Ganguly | Steve Waugh | Adelaide | December 12, 2003 |
| India | 31 runs | Virat Kohli | Tim Paine | Adelaide | December 6, 2018 |
| India | 3 wickets | Ajinkya Rahane | Tim Paine | Brisbane | January 15, 2021 |
| India | 295 runs | Jasprit Bumrah | Pat Cummins | Perth | November 22, 2024 |
| Bangladesh | 9 wickets | Najmul Hossain Shanto | Pat Cummins | Darwin | August 13, 2026 |
Major Boost for Bangladesh in WTC 2025-27
The historic victory also strengthened Bangladesh’s position in the World Test Championship 2025-27. Their points percentage increased from 58.33% to 66.67%, although they remained fourth in the standings.
Australia continued to occupy the top position despite the defeat, but their points percentage dropped significantly from 87.50% to 77.78%. The loss was Australia’s second defeat in nine matches during the current WTC cycle.
What the Defeat Means for Pat Cummins
The Darwin defeat adds another significant chapter to Cummins’ captaincy record. Australia remain one of the strongest Test teams in the world, but losing at home to Bangladesh represents a major setback.
For Bangladesh, meanwhile, the victory could become a defining moment in their Test cricket history. The nine-wicket win demonstrated their ability to compete with and defeat one of the world’s strongest teams in unfamiliar conditions.
Key Takeaways
- Pat Cummins became only the second Australian captain to lose home Tests against two different Asian teams.
- Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to claim their maiden Test win on Australian soil.
- Bangladesh’s WTC 2025-27 PCT increased to 66.67% after the historic victory.
- Australia remain top of the WTC table, but their PCT dropped to 77.78% after the defeat.
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