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Bangladesh all out for 64 in 2nd Test after Starc masterclass
A rampant Australia tore through the Bangladesh batting Saturday to dismiss them for just 64 on day one of the second Test with Mitchell Starc taking 6-12 after a bowling masterclass.
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