South Africa will face Bangladesh in a crucial two-Test series impacting their World Test Championship final chances. Aiden Markram will captain South Africa as Temba Bavuma is injured. Shakib Al Hasan is confirmed to miss the first Test due to security concerns. The series comprises two Tests, scheduled for Dhaka and Chattogram, with streaming available on FanCode.
Bangladesh will host South Africa for a two-match Test series, which holds significant importance for the Proteas’ ambitions to reach the final of the World Test Championship (WTC). As they currently sit fifth in the WTC standings, South Africa must secure full points from this series against Bangladesh to maintain their chances. Temba Bavuma, who would typically lead the team, is absent from the first Test due to injury, and Aiden Markram has been appointed as the stand-in captain. Although South Africa aims to clinch victory, they face a formidable opponent in Bangladesh, notorious for their home advantage, particularly due to their proficient spin bowling attack. The Tigers will seek to utilize their home conditions to challenge South Africa’s batters and improve their own performance with the bat. A significant question surrounding this match is whether Shakib Al Hasan, one of Bangladesh’s premier players, will participate. Unfortunately, he will be unable to play in the first Test as he could not return to Bangladesh due to security concerns and has been excluded from the squad. The schedule for the Test series is as follows: – Bangladesh vs South Africa 1st Test: October 21-25 in Dhaka, starting at 9:00 AM IST. – Bangladesh vs South Africa 2nd Test: October 29 – November 2 in Chattogram, starting at 9:00 AM IST. Squads: – South Africa’s Test Squad: Temba Bavuma (Unavailable for 1st Test), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Dane Piedt, Kagiso Rabada, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Kyle Verreynne. – Bangladesh’s Test Squad for 1st Test: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Kumer Das (Wicketkeeper), Zaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, Hasan Murad. The series will be available for live streaming via the FanCode app and website in India, although it will not be broadcast on television.
The upcoming Test series between Bangladesh and South Africa is pertinent as it directly influences South Africa’s prospects for qualifying for the World Test Championship final. With South Africa placed fifth in the WTC standings, their performance in this series is critical to secure enough points for a shot at the final. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has a strong home record, particularly in Test matches, thanks to their effective spin attack that can trouble visiting teams. The absence of Shakib Al Hasan adds another layer of challenge for the home side as they contend with South Africa’s formidable lineup.
In summary, the Bangladesh vs South Africa Test series is a pivotal opportunity for South Africa to strengthen their position in the World Test Championship standings. The absence of Shakib Al Hasan for Bangladesh may have implications for their competitive edge against the Proteas, who aim to capitalize on the situation by utilizing their comprehensive squad. With live streaming available via FanCode, cricket fans can follow the matches closely as they unfold.
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