Taijul Islam's five-wicket haul helped Bangladesh counter South Africa on Day 1 of the first Test at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. By the end of the day's play, South Africa was at 140/6 with Kyle Verreynne (18) and Wiaan Mulder (17) not out.
Bangladesh elected to bat after winning the toss but struggled to impress. Mahmudul Hasan Joy was the only notable performer with 30 runs off 97 balls. Bangladesh managed a total of 106 runs in their first innings, with minor contributions from Mushfiqur Rahim (11), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (13), and Taijul Islam (16). Dane Piedt dismissed Mahmudul in the 30th over, which weakened the team's position.
Also See: Cricket Live ScoreSouth Africa’s bowlers effectively contained Bangladesh. Kagiso Rabada, Wiaan Mulder, and Keshav Maharaj each took three wickets, while Piedt captured one.
In response, South Africa opened with Aiden Markram (6) and Tony de Zorzi (30). Key contributions came from Ryan Rickelton (27) and Tristan Stubbs (23), giving South Africa a lead of 34 runs at the close of the day. Taijul Islam took five wickets in 15 overs, and Hasan Mahmud claimed one.
On the second day, Verreynne and Mulder aim to build their partnership and extend South Africa's lead, while Bangladesh will rely on Taijul to dismantle the Proteas’ innings.
Bangladesh’s playing XI includes Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (WK), Mehidy Hasan, Jaker Ali, Nayeem Hasan, Taijul Islam, and Hasan Mahmud.
South Africa’s playing XI features Aiden Markram (C), Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Wiaan Mulder, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, and Dane Piedt.
When to watch Bangladesh vs South Africa 1st Test?- Match Dates: October 21 to October 25, 2024,
- Match Time: 09:30 AM IST (on all match days)
Where to watch Bangladesh vs South Africa 1st Test?Television: Not available on any TV channel in IndiaWhere to live stream Bangladesh vs South Africa 1st Test?Live Streaming: Available on the FanCode app and website
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