Nahid Rana fight with Josh Inglis. [Screengrab- BCB/X]Bangladesh made a strong start to the three-match ODI series against Australia, putting the visitors under pressure after batting first. The hosts backed up their effort with the ball and left Australia struggling for momentum in the chase. With Bangladesh's bowlers asking tough questions, the contest soon became heated in the middle. A tense moment involving Nahid Rana and Josh Inglis caught everyone's attention and emerged as one of the biggest talking points of the match. Nahid Rana's Celebration Didn't Go Well With Josh Inglis Chasing 285, Australia lost Matthew Short and Marnus Labuschagne inside the first two overs to find themselves under early pressure. Captain Josh Inglis then joined Cooper Connolly in the middle, with the pair looking to steady the innings after the shaky start. Inglis and Connolly ensured Australia did not lose another wicket during the powerplay, taking the score to 51/2 after 10 overs. However, Bangladesh's pace spearhead Nahid Rana continued to bowl after the fielding restrictions and made an instant impact.Bowling his third over on the trot, Rana struck with the very first ball after the powerplay. The back-of-a-length delivery outside off climbed sharply, forcing Inglis into an uncomfortable position as he edged the ball behind to the wicketkeeper for a crucial breakthrough. Also Read: Ben Stokes' Retirement All But Confirmed After Nightclub ControversyRana celebrated the wicket passionately, roaring in Inglis' face as Bangladesh erupted in celebration. The send-off did not go down well with the Australian skipper, who turned back and exchanged a few words with the pacer before Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz stepped in to calm the situation. Here is the video:Bangladesh Cricket @BCBtigers Big Wicket for Bangladesh! Josh Inglis departs. Caught by Litton Das, bowled by Nahid Rana! Jun 9, 2026, 4:22 PM The brief confrontation quickly became one of the biggest talking points of the match. While tempers cooled quickly, the exchange reflected the intensity of the contest as Bangladesh continued to dominate Australia in the opening ODI in Dhaka.Nahid Rana's Aggression Lights Up Bangladesh's Dominant Win Fast bowlers are often known for their aggression, and Nahid Rana once again showed why pace and passion go hand in hand. The Bangladesh quick brought plenty of intensity to the contest and never allowed Australia's batters any breathing space. That aggression was on full display after the dismissal of Josh Inglis. Having removed the Australian skipper with a sharp delivery, Rana celebrated passionately and exchanged a few words with Inglis, creating one of the defining moments of the match. The fiery incident only added to what was otherwise a memorable outing for Bangladesh. Rana's spell helped keep Australia under constant pressure as the hosts eventually wrapped up an 86-run DLS victory in the opening ODI. Nahid Rana Registers Best ODI Bowling Figures For Bangladesh Against AustraliaBangladesh's dominant victory was headlined by a sensational spell from Nahid Rana, who finished with figures of 4/41 from his 10 overs. The young pacer consistently troubled Australia's batters and played a key role in keeping the chase under control. In the process, Rana etched his name into the record books. His 4/41 are now the best bowling figures by a Bangladeshi bowler against Australia in ODI cricket, surpassing Abdur Razzak's long-standing mark of 3/36 set in Chattogram two decades ago. For a player who has quickly built a reputation for raw pace and aggression, this was another statement performance. More importantly, it helped Bangladesh take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series and put them within touching distance of a memorable series win. Also Read: ICC Sanctions Lord's Pitch For England Vs New Zealand Test In Brutal Verdict
