Cooper Connolly struck a rapid-fire 47 off 27 balls to steer Australia to a four-wicket win over Bangladesh in the opening T20 international on Wednesday.

Towhid Hridoy's crucial knock, supported by Litton Das and Mosaddek Hossain's late surge, powered Bangladesh to 274 for 5, aiming for a clean sweep against Australia.

The Tigers’ bowlers come within touching distance of a famous finish but Australia’s lower order hold firm under pressure