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Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag hail Bangladesh`s historic victory over Australia
David Warner (112) top-scored for Australia with his 19th test century, while Shakib Al Hasan was the pick of the Bangladesh bowlers with figures of 5-85.
New Delhi: Bangaldesh made history today by defeating Australia in a Test match for the first time ever. It was Shakib-al-Hasan and Shafiqul Islam amongst wickets to help the hosts secure a 20-run victory in the opening test on Wednesday, hence taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
Chasing 265 to win the spin-dominated contest, Australia were all out for 244 in the post-lunch session on the penultimate day.
David Warner (112) top-scored for Australia with his 19th test century, while Shakib Al Hasan was the pick of the Bangladesh bowlers with figures of 5-85.
The Tigers' achievement got Twitter erupted, with Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag showering praise on the the 'so called underdogs' historic moment.
Chittagong hosts the second and final test from Monday.