# The DOWNFALL of Australian Cricket

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Podcast: [Charlie Cooke Cricket Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlie-cooke-cricket-podcast-7159341)
Published: 2026-08-17T21:09:21+00:00
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## Resource

Australian cricket is in freefall — and this Bangladesh series might be the clearest sign yet. In this video I break down exactly how Australia got here — the results, the selection issues, and the deeper structural problems that have been building for a while. This isn't just one bad series, it's part of a much bigger pattern. 🏏 What's covered: Full breakdown of the Australia vs Bangladesh series Where it's gone wrong for Australia The stats behind the decline Selection and structural issues at the top What needs to change before this gets worse Is this the start of a genuine crisis for Australian cricket, or just a rough patch? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 🔔 Subscribe for daily cricket analysis, reactions, and hot takes 📲 Follow @charliecookecricket on TikTok and Instagram for more #AustraliaCricket #AUSvBAN #Cricket #CricketNews #BangladeshCricket #Downfall

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