Darwin, Aug. 14 -- Bangladesh continued their impressive performance in the opening Test against Australia as Tanzid Hasan Tamim struck a historic maiden century before the visitors ended Day 2 in a commanding position at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin.

After bowling Australia out for 198 on the opening day, Bangladesh made the most of the favourable batting conditions. Tanzid and Mominul Haque resumed Bangladesh's innings and added 102 runs for the second wicket before Mominul was dismissed for 49 by Josh Hazlewood.

Tanzid went on to complete his maiden Test century, becoming the first Bangladesh batter to score a Test hundred in Australia. The 25-year-old made 101 off 188 balls, hitting eight fours and a six, before Nathan Lyon ...