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Elgar, Bavuma power South Africa to 233-4

Friday, 1 April 2022


South Africa reached 233-4 on day one of the first Test against Bangladesh, thanks to half-century from captain Dean Elgar and vice-captain Temba Bavuma at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground in Durban on Thursday, reports BSS.
Elgar gave the side a dominating start and Bavuma carried the side towards safety before badlight brought an early end to the day.
Elgar was the top-scorer of the day for the hosts with 67. Bavuma however was batting on 53, hitting his 18th fifty in 50th Test with Kyle Verreynne on 27.
The day began after 35-minute delay due to the sightscreen issue but South African who were asked to bat first, looked happier side to bat on.
They came down heavily on Bangladeshi bowlers, who also helped the hosts' cause by bowling down the leg side more often.