South Africa concluded Day 2 of the second Test against Bangladesh in a commanding position, having declared their innings at 575/6, led by Wiaan Mulder’s century and a series of impactful contributions from the top and middle order. In response, Bangladesh faced a testing nine-over session, faltering to 38/4 by stumps. South Africa’s bowlers, particularly Kagiso Rabada, put Bangladesh’s top order under immense pressure, setting the visitors up for a dominant day in Chattogram.

South Africa’s dominant batting display led by Wiann Mulder

Beginning Day 2 at 307/2, South Africa continued to build upon their strong foundation. Tony de Zorzi, who scored a magnificent 177, held the innings together before being dismissed by Taijul Islam, who eventually claimed five wickets. Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham provided valuable support, adding 106 and 59 runs, respectively, which enabled South Africa to mount a massive total. Wiaan Mulder and Senuran Muthusamy capitalized on Bangladesh’s weary bowling attack, compiling an unbeaten 7th-wicket partnership of 150 runs, with Mulder reaching a well-deserved 105 not out. South Africa’s depth and patience with the bat left Bangladesh with an imposing target.

Taijul Islam’s lone battle in an otherwise struggling bowling attack

Taijul Islam stood out in Bangladesh’s bowling effort, claiming five wickets over his lengthy 52-over spell. His perseverance brought some breakthroughs, dismissing key players like Markram, de Zorzi, and Stubbs. However, the lack of support from other bowlers, including Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Hasan Mahmud, allowed South Africa’s batters to settle in. Nahid Rana managed a solitary wicket, but expensive spells from the rest of the lineup highlighted Bangladesh’s struggles to contain South Africa’s onslaught, leading to the daunting total.

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Bangladesh’s top order collapses under pressure

The start of Bangladesh’s innings quickly turned disastrous as South Africa’s pace attack, led by Rabada, struck early. Rabada claimed two wickets, dismissing both Shadman Islam and Zakir Hasan. Dane Paterson and Keshav Maharaj added to the pressure, each securing a wicket to reduce Bangladesh to 38/4 by stumps. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mominul Haque managed to survive the remainder of the day, but with Bangladesh trailing by 537 runs, they face an uphill battle to avoid a follow-on and keep South Africa from tightening their grip on the match.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Wiaan Mulder shines with his first Test century, marking a memorable moment in the #WTC25 series against Bangladesh! #BANvSA pic.twitter.com/GVR6wofic3

— Alok Bugalia (@alok_bugalia) October 30, 2024

WIAAN MULDER 💯!!!!

Cracking maiden century by the much maligned Wiaan Mulder who has really come of age the last couple of months!! He has really matured so much and one can see that in his batting. He deserves this moment its been a difficult journey 🔥🙌💚#CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/Qz0dkUugpr

— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) October 30, 2024

One of the things Wiaan Mulder shared with me ahead of the West Indies series was his change in mindset when batting. The key was clarity.

In the early part of his career, he overthought things. Now, he lets his skill lead. Uncluttered mind.

— C. S. Chiwanza (@CSChiwanza) October 30, 2024

2024 should be remembered as the year of Wiaan Mulder’s arrival in International Cricket.

— •𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐲 𝟐𝟕• (@TCG_27) October 30, 2024

Could not be happier for Wiaan Mulder. Been through so much in terms of being in and out the side but he has finally announced himself. Very lekker!

— Dale (@ncakos316) October 30, 2024

Congratulations to Wiaan Mulder – first hundred in Test cricket!

Taijul Islam toiled for 52.2 overs, taking 5/198. Mehidy Hasan Miraz 0/171 off 39 overs.

Life after Shakib begins in difficult fashion for Bangladesh as they have just 4 specialist bowlers in the XI.#BANvSA

— CricBlog ✍ (@cric_blog) October 30, 2024

What a moment for Wiaan Mulder 👏👏👏 his maiden Test century and the first of many! And there’s the declaration! #BANvSA

— naeemah (@NaeemahBenjamin) October 30, 2024

Building big! Mulder 🤜🤛 Muthusamy🔥

🇿🇦 declares at 575/6 🏏#BANvSA#SouthAfrica#Proteas pic.twitter.com/qxaNYkIbJ2

— Joburg Super Kings (@JSKSA20) October 30, 2024

Maiden Test hundred for Wiaan Mulder 👊💯#cricket #BANvSA #wiaanmulder #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/SgOphFZQ9u

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 30, 2024

A brilliant day for SA as Bangladesh are 38-4 at stumps on Day 2#BANvSA

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) October 30, 2024

South Africa steamroll Bangladesh on the second day of the Ctg Test. The home side are behind bh 537 runs, already down by four wickets in their first innings. #BANvSA

— Mohammad Isam (@Isam84) October 30, 2024

South Africa bowlers 🔥🔥🔥🔥 #BANvSA

— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) October 30, 2024

I’ve no idea what’s going on with Bangladesh’s top order batting at the moment. One can only assume that they want to finish this match early so they can have an extra rest day before the Afghanistan series. #BANvSA

— Roushan Alam (@roushanalam) October 30, 2024

Geez these Bangladesh batters are pathetic I’m still hoping to see Muthasamy bowl might not happen the way they getting run through. #BANvSA

— DMac (@DSMab2011) October 30, 2024

Dutch-Bangla Bank Bangladesh 🆚 South Africa Test Series 2024 | 2nd Test

Stumps | Day 02 | Bangladesh trail by 537 runs#BCB #Cricket #BANvSA #WTC25 #TestCricket pic.twitter.com/iiPMa7wQkd

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) October 30, 2024

Took barely 8 ovrs 4 Bangla innings 2 b in tatters. Pressure of SA’s huge 1st innings score, poor application by Bangla top order, intimidating bowling (part quality, part reputation) of Rabada n a magic ball frm Maharaj reduces Bangla to 38/4 (including 5 Penalty runs) #BANvSA

— Ambika (@apmahapatra) October 30, 2024

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