BAN vs AUS Today Match Prediction and Betting Tips, Odds and Live Score

BAN vs AUS Match Prediction & Analysis

Bangladesh and Australia clash in the 3rd T20I of the series at Chattogram. Australia have already sealed the three-match series with a 2-0 lead, meaning Bangladesh are playing for pride as they look to prevent a clean sweep on home soil. With a close but ultimately unsuccessful fight in their previous game, the hosts will need to step up their clinical execution to challenge the visitors. A clean sweep would be a statement victory for the tourists.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

BAN

L L L W W

BAN

189/6 in 20.0 9.45

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 7 runs 19 Jun 2026

AUS

196/5 in 20.0 9.8

BAN

131/10 in 19.0 6.89

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 4 wickets 17 Jun 2026

AUS

133/6 in 18.2 7.25

BAN

102/10 in 14.2 7.12

BAN vs NZ 2026

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 6 wickets (D/L) method 02 May 2026

NZ

104/4 in 11.4 8.91

BAN

183/4 in 18.0 10.17

BAN vs NZ 2026

Bangladesh beat New Zealand by 6 wickets 27 Apr 2026

NZ

182/6 in 20.0 9.1

BAN

119/2 in 13.4 8.71

BAN vs IRE 2025

Bangladesh beat Ireland by 8 wickets 02 Dec 2025

IRE

117/10 in 19.5 5.9

AUS

W W W L L

BAN

189/6 in 20.0 9.45

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 7 runs 19 Jun 2026

AUS

196/5 in 20.0 9.8

BAN

131/10 in 19.0 6.89

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 4 wickets 17 Jun 2026

AUS

133/6 in 18.2 7.25

AUS

108/1 in 9.4 11.17

ICC WCT20 2026

Australia won by 9 wkts 20 Feb 2026

OMA

104/10 in 16.2 6.37

AUS

181/10 in 20.0 9.05

ICC WCT20 2026

Sri Lanka beat Australia by 8 wickets 16 Feb 2026

SL

184/2 in 18.0 10.22

AUS

146/10 in 19.3 7.49

ICC WCT20 2026

Zimbabwe beat Australia by 23 runs 13 Feb 2026

ZIM

169/2 in 20.0 8.45

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Bangladesh Preview

Bangladesh’s series has been disappointing so far, with two consecutive defeats leaving them trailing 0-2. They are coming off a 7-run loss to Australia in the second T20I, where they fell just short, finishing on 189-6 while chasing a formidable target of 196-5. The team will need to tighten up their bowling discipline to give themselves a realistic chance of finishing the series on a high note.

Batting has shown signs of life, particularly in the last match. Saif Hassan has led the run-scoring charts for the hosts, making 62 runs across two matches at a strike rate of 132. He has been a reliable presence at the top alongside Parvez Hossain Emon, who has scored 46 runs at a strike rate of 135.29. Towhid Hridoy has added explosive intent in the middle-order with 43 runs at a strike rate of 159.25, while Tanzid Hasan has chipped in with 40 runs.

The bowling attack has been inconsistent. Mustafizur Rahman has been economical, conceding just 7.14 per over across the two matches, but he has taken only two wickets. Abdul Gaffar Saqlain has taken three wickets but has been expensive, conceding 11.59 per over. Nasum Ahmed, who was expensive in the first match, returned to take 2/27 in the second. Rishad Hossain has taken only one wicket in two matches and has conceded at nine runs per over. For Bangladesh to avoid a whitewash, their bowlers must find a way to take early wickets and restrict Australia's powerful batting lineup.

Key Players: Saif Hassan, Mustafizur Rahman, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain

Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI:

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy (C), Parvez Hossain Emon (WK), Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Shamim Hossain Patwari, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman

Australia Preview

Australia have enjoyed a highly successful tour, wrapping up the series with a game to spare. They are fresh off a 7-run victory in the second T20I, a result driven by a clinical batting performance that saw them post 196-5.

Several batsmen have been firing, giving the visitors' lineup great balance. Matt Renshaw leads the way with 107 runs in two innings, while striking at 133.75. Tim David has provided brutal finishing power with 65 runs at a strike rate of 154.76, while Cooper Connolly has contributed a valuable 48 runs. Skipper Mitchell Marsh has added 33 runs to anchor the top order and struck five fours.

The bowling attack has been led by Adam Zampa, who has taken six wickets in two matches at an average of 14.25. His leg-spin has been the difference between the sides, breaking partnerships and applying pressure through the middle overs. Joel Davies has taken four wickets in his two matches, including 3/17 in the opener.

Spencer Johnson and Nathan Ellis have provided pace, while Matt Renshaw's part-time spin has also chipped in with wickets. The attack has variety - pace from Johnson and Ellis, spin from Zampa and Renshaw, and the medium pace of Davies. With the series already decided, Australia may look to rotate their squad and give opportunities to their fringe players.

Key Players: Matt Renshaw, Tim David, Adam Zampa

Australia Predicted Playing XI:

Mitchell Marsh (C), Josh Inglis (WK), Cooper Connolly/ Cameron Green, Tim David, Matt Renshaw, Nikhil Chaudhary, Aaron Hardie, Joel Davies, Nathan Ellis/ Riley Meredith, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa/ Matthew Kuhnemann

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The weather in Chattogram will be warm and humid with clear skies. There are no weather disruptions expected, meaning fans will get a full 20-over contest, though the evening dew might play a role later in the innings.

BAN vs AUS Pitch Report

The Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram has hosted two T20Is in this series. The first match saw Bangladesh bowled out for 131, with Australia chasing down the target with 10 balls to spare. The second match produced a higher-scoring contest as Australia posted 196/5, and Bangladesh responded with 189/6. The average first‑innings score across the two matches is 163, while the average second‑innings score is 160.

The pitch offers true bounce and carry, assisting fast bowlers early, but it tends to flatten out, making stroke‑play easier as the innings progresses. Spinners have found some grip, but the surface has generally favoured batters who play straight. A par score is likely to be in the region of 160‑170.

Toss: To Bat

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