Hridoy, Litton rescue Bangladesh after Rabada strikes: 1st Test, Day 1 (J’burg)

Paceman Kagiso Rabada’s five wicket burst tore open the game early but Bangladesh fought back to reach 327 for 6 against South Africa at stumps on Day 2 of the first Test at the Wanderers.

The visitors had been reduced to 121 for 5 after Rabada produced a devastating spell, claiming five wickets for 51 runs. Tanzid Hasan provided an important contribution with 67, but it was Towhid Hridoy who led the fightback with a magnificent 137.

Hridoy and Litton Das combined in a superb sixth-wicket partnership of 206 runs to rescue Bangladesh and put them in a commanding position. Litton remained unbeaten on 92, moving within sight of a century as Bangladesh finished the day with four wickets in hand.

South Africa will be looking for early breakthroughs when play resumes, while Bangladesh will be keen to extend their total beyond 400.

Bangladesh 327 for 6 (Hridoy 137, Litton 92*, Tanzid 67, Rabada 5-51) vs South Africa.

Nov 2026.