Dhaka, Feb. 25 -- Test cricket is returning to Australia's tropical north, with Cricket Australia confirming that Bangladesh will play a two-match series in Darwin and Mackay this August.

The series will mark Bangladesh's first Test tour Down Under since 2003.

The fixtures will serve as the curtain-raiser for the 2026-27 Australian home international season. The opening match will be held at Marrara Stadium in Darwin from August 13 to 17, followed by the second Test at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay from August 22 to 26.

Mackay's inclusion is a significant milestone, as it becomes the 12th venue in Australia to host men's Test cricket and will be Queensland's sole Test host for the summer, stepping in while Brisbane's Gabba is ...