Dhaka, June 14, 2026 – In a nerve-shredding ODI classic at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, young Cooper Connolly smashed a breathtaking century to guide Australia to a sensational 1-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third and final ODI. Chasing 275, the visitors stumbled multiple times but eventually crossed the line with three balls to spare, though Bangladesh’s Mosaddek Hossain was named Player of the Series for his all-round exploits.

Bangladesh Innings: Litton and Mosaddek Lead the Charge

After being asked to bat first, Bangladesh had a shaky start. Powerplay 1 yielded 53 runs but cost them two wickets. Tanzid Hasan (19) and Najmul Hossain Shanto (20) added 50 runs for the 2nd wicket, but a successful Australian review (struck down) removed Shanto.

Litton Das, batting at number four, anchored the innings. He found a steady partner in Towhid Hridoy, who scored a composed 50 off 62 balls. The pair added 50 runs, taking Bangladesh to 140/3 by the second drinks break.

However, the real fireworks came from Mosaddek Hossain. Coming in late, he smashed a rapid 56 off just 43 balls (5 fours, 1 six). Litton Das, unfortunately, had to retire hurt on 48* but returned later to complete a fighting 50 off 75 balls. Bangladesh finished their 50 overs at 274/5, with Mosaddek remaining unbeaten on 56.

Australia’s Chase: Connolly Stands Tall Amid Collapses

Chasing 275, Australia lost early wickets in Powerplay 1 (63/2). Nurul Hasan kept wickets in place of the injured Litton Das. Cooper Connolly walked in and played the innings of his life. He reached his 50 off 51 balls and never looked back.

Despite losing partners regularly, Connolly held one end up. He brought up his century off just 87 balls (11 fours, 3 sixes). Australia needed 3 runs off the final over, bowled by Taskin Ahmed.

With the crowd on its feet, Adam Zampa smashed a boundary on the third ball (49.3 overs) to seal a miraculous 1-wicket win with three balls remaining. Australia’s lower order (Peake, Meredith, and Zampa) held their nerve, even surviving a late review that was struck down.

Final Outcome

Australia won by 1 wicket (with 3 balls remaining)

Player of the Match: Cooper Connolly (Australia) – 100* (87)

Player of the Series: Mosaddek Hossain (Bangladesh)