Bangladesh and Australia will square off in the third and final T20I of the Australia Tour of Bangladesh 2026 on June 21 at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram. Australia have already secured the series with a 2-0 lead and will aim for a clean sweep, while Bangladesh will seek a consolation victory in front of their home supporters.
Match Details
Venue: Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram
Date: June 21, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM IST, 1:00 PM PST, 8:00 AM GMT
Team Overviews
Bangladesh enter the final T20I after conceding the series in the first two matches. Despite losing both games, the hosts have shown signs of competitiveness throughout the series. They came particularly close in the second T20I while chasing a challenging target of 197, eventually falling short by just seven runs. Bangladesh will now focus on ending the series positively and gaining momentum ahead of future assignments.
Australia have produced an impressive turnaround after their ODI series defeat earlier in the tour. The visitors adapted quickly to the spin-friendly conditions and have executed their plans effectively with both bat and ball. Their batting unit has delivered crucial contributions in the middle order, while the bowlers have consistently picked up wickets at important stages. Having already sealed the series, Australia will be determined to complete a dominant 3-0 whitewash.
Key Players
Matt Renshaw could once again be Australia’s standout batter. The left-hander played a magnificent innings of 89 runs from just 52 deliveries in the second T20I, helping Australia post a formidable total of 196. His ability to score freely on a difficult batting surface makes him one of the most important players heading into the series finale.
For Bangladesh, captain Towhid Hridoy remains a crucial figure in the middle order. The hosts will need him to anchor the innings and convert starts into a match-winning contribution if they are to challenge Australia.
Joel Davies is expected to be Australia’s key bowler. The left-arm spinner impressed on debut with figures of 3/17 and added another wicket in the second match. He currently sits among the leading wicket-takers in the series and has looked comfortable on the spin-friendly Chattogram surface.
Head-to-Head Record
Bangladesh and Australia have now faced each other 13 times in T20 International cricket.
Matches Played: 13
Bangladesh Won: 4
Australia Won: 9
No Result: 0
First-ever Fixture: September 16, 2007 (Australia won)
Most Recent Fixture: June 19, 2026 (Australia won)
Australia’s superior record highlights their dominance in the rivalry, and they will look to extend that advantage further in the final game.
Pitch Report
The surface at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium has remained slow throughout the series and has consistently assisted spinners and bowlers who vary their pace effectively. Batters have generally found it difficult to score freely from the outset and have needed time to settle before accelerating.
Australia demonstrated in the second T20I that a competitive score is possible if batters build partnerships and choose the right moments to attack. The pitch is expected to play similarly in the final match, making strike rotation and spin management key factors.
Probable Playing XIs
Bangladesh (Captain: Towhid Hridoy): Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Parvez Hossain Emon (wk), Towhid Hridoy (c), Shamim Hossain, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana.
Australia (Captain: Mitchell Marsh): Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Cooper Connolly, Matt Renshaw, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Joel Davies, Aaron Hardie, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.
Live Streaming and Broadcast
India: FanCode app and FanCode website.
Pakistan: Official broadcast information has not been provided in the available match details.
United Kingdom: Official broadcast information has not been provided in the available match details.
Australia: Official broadcast information has not been provided in the available match details.
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Probable Match Scenarios
If Bangladesh bat first, they will target a score in the region of 155-170. A powerplay return between 45 and 55 runs could provide a strong platform for a competitive total on a difficult surface.
Australia are projected to score between 160 and 180 if they bat first, with a powerplay score of 45-60 likely. Their middle order has shown excellent form and could once again make the difference.
Given the nature of the pitch, teams may prefer setting a target and allowing their bowlers to exploit the conditions under pressure situations. Early wickets and spin bowling through the middle overs could prove decisive.
Match Prediction
Australia enter the contest as clear favourites after winning the first two matches and adapting brilliantly to the conditions in Chattogram. Their batting lineup has produced key contributions throughout the series, while the bowling attack has consistently applied pressure on Bangladesh.
The hosts have shown enough quality to compete and will be motivated to avoid a series whitewash. However, Australia possess greater momentum, confidence, and squad depth heading into the final encounter.
Considering recent performances and the overall balance of both sides, Australia hold the edge and are favourites to complete a 3-0 series sweep. Bangladesh remain capable of causing an upset if their batters deliver collectively, but the visitors appear better positioned to secure another victory.
