Mitchell Starc claimed 10 wickets for the match as Australia bounced back to defeat Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs in the second Test in Mackay. The commanding victory, achieved in just two days, leveled the two-match series after Australia lost the first Test.

Bangladesh had entered the series on a high after a surprise nine-wicket win in the opening Test in Darwin. However, Australia's fast bowlers, spearheaded by Starc, proved too formidable in the second encounter.

After Australia was bowled out for 210 in their first innings, securing a 146-run lead built on Cameron Green's 67, Bangladesh's batting lineup collapsed. Starc was the chief destroyer, taking 6-12 in the first innings as Bangladesh was dismissed for just 64. He continued his dominance in the second innings, picking up 4-39 as the visitors were bowled out for 95, ensuring Australia's victory.

Skipper Pat Cummins praised his team's performance, stating "A lot of things went right these couple of days and a lot of things went wrong last week. But yeah, we needed to bounce back, and it was a great few days from the lads." The win ensures the series ended in a 1-1 draw.

Bangladesh's batting struggles were evident from the outset of their second innings. Shadman Islam fell early to Starc, followed by Mominul Haque, who was removed by an inswinging delivery. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto survived a hat-trick chance but was eventually dismissed for 31, caught by Starc off the bowling of Nathan Lyon.

Paceman Shoriful Islam was a bright spot for Bangladesh, taking 7-48 in Australia's first innings, the best figures by a Bangladeshi bowler in an away Test. However, his efforts were not enough to prevent the team's defeat.

Starc's remarkable performance marked the fourth time he has taken 10 wickets in a Test match. The series result underscores the unpredictable nature of Test cricket, with Australia demonstrating their ability to recover from a significant first-Test loss.

Questions remain about Bangladesh's consistency at the highest level, particularly their ability to handle strong pace attacks away from home. The series draw sets up an intriguing prospect for future encounters between the two nations.