B Bangladesh national cricket team fast bowler Taskin Ahmed produced a hilarious celebration on Day 1 of the first Test match against the Australia national cricket team at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin on Thursday. The fiery pacer removed Australian star all-rounder Cameron Green for just 13 runs before breaking into an animated dance move while sticking his tongue out. As his teammates rushed to congratulate fielder Mushfiqur Rahim at mid-wicket, Taskin Ahmed stole all the attention with his joyful reaction. The official social media handle of Cricket Australia shared the clip online, calling it one of the all-time classic celebrations as cricket fans flooded social platforms with viral reactions.
Taskin Ahmed with one of the all-time celebrations after nabbing Cam Green 😂 #PlayoftheDay | @nrmainsurance | #AUSvBAN pic.twitter.com/VF8dHRGJNB
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 13, 2026
AUS vs BAN, 1st Test: Taskin Ahmed Dismisses Cameron Green With Sharp Delivery
The dramatic moment unfolded during the 22nd over of the Australian innings when Pat Cummins led Australia, who chose to bat first after winning the toss. Taskin Ahmed delivered a tight length ball on the middle and leg stump, forcing Cameron Green to attempt a leg-side flick. However, the tall Australian batter completely miscued his shot, leading to a simple catch for experienced wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim stationed at mid-wicket. Green was forced to walk back for 13 off 13 balls, leaving the host side struggling at 74 for 4 on a tricky pitch. Immediately after taking the crucial wicket, Taskin Ahmed moved away from the pitch to perform a quirky dance that immediately caught global attention.
Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Fast Bowlers Put Bangladesh In Command On Opening Day
Bangladesh fast bowlers exploited the helpful pitch conditions in Darwin to put the home team under immense pressure in the opening session. Hasan Mahmud started the damage by removing opener Jake Weatherald, caught behind by Litton Das, before shattering the stumps of Travis Head. Ebadot Hossain then got Marnus Labuschagne caught by Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto at second slip.
Taskin Ahmed then added to the pressure by removing Cameron Green, ensuring that four top-order Australian batters were back in the pavilion early. The ongoing two-match series marks the first time Bangladesh is playing a Test series on Australian soil since 2003, with crucial World Test Championship points at stake.
