The 2nd test match between Bangladesh and South Africa starts on Tuesday the 29th of October, the game will be held at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. We look at the test from a betting perspective offering a couple of possible plays.
South Africa lead the 2 test series 1-0 after winning the 1st test by 7 wickets.
1st Test Match Bangladesh vs South Africa
The first Test began with Bangladesh winning the toss and choosing to bat, but they struggled to score runs and were under early pressure. The Proteas picked up five wickets before the 20-over mark, and Bangladesh’s batting lineup failed to build stable partnerships, eventually getting bowled out in the 41st over with only 106 runs on the board.
Mahmudul Hasan Joy was the top scorer with 30 off 97 balls, while Keshav Maharaj led South Africa’s bowling with 3 for 34 in 16.1 overs.
South Africa then came to the crease. Despite an early wicket, they formed partnerships throughout and were eventually bowled out for 308, a lead of 202 runs.
Kyle Verreynne starred with 114 off 144 balls, and Taijul Islam was Bangladesh’s standout bowler, taking 5 for 122 in his 36-over spell.
In their second innings, Bangladesh fought back, recovering from an early loss of two quick wickets. The managed to frustrate the South African bowlers and eventually reached 307 all out.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz was the top scorer with 97 off 191 balls, while Kagiso Rabada took the best bowling figures for South Africa with 6 for 46 in 17.5 overs.
South Africa’s final chase was just 106 runs, and they achieved it with ease losing three wickets. Opener Tony De Zorzi led with 41 off 52 balls, and Taijul Islam again impressed, taking all three wickets for 43 runs in 11 overs.
BETTING – click here to bet
Bangladesh 2.65
Draw 9.00
South Africa 1.83
Bet: Top Bangladesh Bowler – Taijul Islam at 1.90
He was the standout bowler in the 1st test and will once again find the wicket to his liking.
Bet: Top South African Bowler – Keshav Maharaj at 2.00
Maharaj had a good performance with ball in hand in the first innings and the bookies have priced this as a 2 horse race with Rabada who is 2.05.
Bet: Ryan Rickelton to score a 50 at 3.55
Rickelton looked solid in the 1st innings and he has the temperament to bat for long periods.
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