Bangladesh struggles in second innings, trails Australia by 107 runs

Bangladesh faced early trouble in their second innings on Sunday as they reached the lunch interval at 39 for three wickets, continuing their struggles against the Australian bowling attack in Mackay.

The modest morning total leaves the visitors significantly behind, with a deficit of 107 runs already on the board after Australia's first-innings performance. The early loss of three batsmen has compounded Bangladesh's difficulties in the Test match.

The afternoon session presented a critical opportunity for Bangladesh to rebuild their innings and establish a more substantial partnership. Consolidation would be essential for the team to avoid further erosion of their position in the match.

The second Test forms part of a broader series between the two nations, with Bangladesh seeking to make competitive contributions despite the challenging conditions in Australia. The team's performance in the opening days would likely influence their tactical approach and selection considerations for the remainder of the match.