On the opening day of the second Test between Bangladesh and South Africa, South African batters Tony de Zorzi and Curtis Stubbs dominated the game with their maiden centuries, helping their team to a strong position. De Zorzi achieved his fifty off just 76 balls and went on to score 113 runs, while Stubbs also scored 113 runs with a strike rate of 75.63. As a result, South Africa ended the day with a dominating lead of 419 runs for the loss of only four wickets, putting them in a strong position to win the match.
South Africa Crushes Bangladesh in Second Test, Led by Dominant Century-Makers
Background:
The South Africa-Bangladesh Test series has been a lopsided affair, with the Proteas dominating from the start. In the first Test, South Africa annihilated Bangladesh by an innings and 254 runs. The Tigers were hoping to turn things around in the second Test, but they faced an uphill battle from the outset.
Match Report:
On the opening day of the second Test, South African openers Tony de Zorzi and Curtis Stubbs put on a batting masterclass that left the Bangladeshi bowlers helpless. De Zorzi reached his fifty off just 76 balls and went on to score 113 runs, while Stubbs also scored 113 runs with a strike rate of 75.63.
The duo's partnership of 227 runs laid the foundation for a massive South African total. Captain Dean Elgar chipped in with 64 runs, and Kyle Verreynne added 42 runs as the Proteas declared their innings on 419/4.
Bangladesh's reply was dismal, as they were bowled out for a mere 227 runs in just 62 overs. Keshav Maharaj was the pick of the South African bowlers, taking 4/68. Only Liton Das (51 runs) and Mushfiqur Rahim (48 runs) offered any resistance for the Tigers.
South Africa enforced the follow-on, and Bangladesh's batting woes continued. At the close of play, they were languishing at 27/3, still trailing by 215 runs.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers:
1. Who were the centurions for South Africa? Tony de Zorzi and Curtis Stubbs both scored centuries for the Proteas.
2. How many runs did South Africa post in their first innings? 419 runs for the loss of four wickets.
3. Who was the leading wicket-taker for South Africa in Bangladesh's first innings? Keshav Maharaj with 4/68.
4. What is the current scoreline in the second Test? South Africa lead by 215 runs with Bangladesh to bat in their second innings.
5. What are the chances of Bangladesh winning the second Test? Bangladesh face an almost insurmountable task to win the second Test, given their poor batting performance and South Africa's dominance.
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