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De Zorzi & Stubbs Shine as South Africa Dominates Day 1 Against Bangladesh

BAN vs SA 2nd Test Day 1 Match Updates

South Africa ended Day 1 of the 2nd Test against Bangladesh in commanding fashion, scoring 307-2 at stumps. Powered by maiden Test centuries from Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs, the Proteas put Bangladesh’s bowlers under immense pressure, with de Zorzi remaining unbeaten at 141. Let’s look at BAN vs SA 2nd Test Day 1 Match Updates.

Bangladesh’s bowlers worked hard but found little success on a pitch that offered minimal assistance for the spinners. South Africa’s batters exploited every loose delivery, using reverse sweeps effectively against balls outside off-stump and lofted shots against tossed-up deliveries. This aggressive approach made it difficult for the bowlers to create pressure.

The spinners, who were expected to play a significant role, couldn’t extract the necessary turn or bounce to trouble the Proteas batters, leaving Bangladesh with limited breakthroughs. As a result, Day 1 ended heavily in South Africa’s favor.

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South Africa’s Started off the Second Test in Style

Winning the toss, South Africa chose to bat first, setting the stage to potentially complete a series whitewash. Aiden Markram and Tony de Zorzi opened for the Proteas and looked comfortable from the start, building a solid foundation with a 69-run partnership.

Markram, however, departed for 33 after a promising start. Yet, the momentum carried on with the entry of Tristan Stubbs, who joined de Zorzi in an impressive display of batting.

de Zorzi and Stubbs Partnership Steals Show for Proteas On Day 1

Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs put on a batting clinic, forging a remarkable 201-run partnership for the second wicket. Both batters showcased exceptional skill, each reaching their maiden Test centuries. De Zorzi, in particular, capitalized on a crucial drop by Mahidul Islam Ankon when he was on just 6 runs.

The error proved costly for Bangladesh, as de Zorzi transformed that lifeline into a dominant 141-run innings that remains unbeaten at stumps. Stubbs, on the other hand, demonstrated his potential by scoring a fluent 106, playing confidently against both pace and spin. His aggressive style, combined with de Zorzi’s steadiness, left Bangladesh’s bowlers struggling to maintain control.

What to Expect on Day 2 Between Bangladesh and South Africa?

With South Africa poised at 307-2, Bangladesh will need a significant effort on Day 2 to claw their way back into the game. South Africa, meanwhile, will look to capitalize on their strong start and put up a daunting total.

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