Bangladesh’s bowlers kept South Africa in check during the first session of the second Test in Dhaka, with Taijul Islam and Nahid Rana sharing the wickets.
Islam struck first, trapping Tony de Zorzi lbw for 13 in the 13th over. The left-arm spinner then had Aiden Markram caught behind for 25 in the 25th over.
Rana, meanwhile, picked up the wicket of Markram’s opening partner, Dean Elgar, for 19 in the 19th over. The right-arm pacer also had de Zorzi caught at slip for 34 in the 37th over.
At lunch, South Africa were 105 for 4, with Temba Bavuma and Kyle Verreynne at the crease on 25 and 15 respectively.
Bangladesh’s bowlers were disciplined and accurate throughout the session, making it difficult for the South African batsmen to score freely. Islam and Rana were particularly impressive, using their variations to keep the batsmen guessing.
The Proteas will need to bat patiently in the afternoon session if they are to build a substantial first-innings total. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be looking to take further wickets and put themselves in a strong position in the match.
