Disappointment for Bangladesh Team in Chattogram, South Africa starts strong

The morning started in disappointment for the Bangladesh team in Chattogram. In the first hour, the Bangladeshi bowlers could not take any wickets. However, Hasan Mahmud remained wicketless despite having a catch dropped by wicketkeeper Mahidul Islam Ankon. Finally, Bangladesh achieved a breakthrough in the 18th over.

Before the lunch break on the first day, South Africa's score was 109 runs for 1 wicket. A total of 28 overs were played in the session, and Bangladesh's only success was the wicket of Aiden Markram. The other opener, Tony de Zorzi, remained unbeaten on 49 runs and will continue in the next session, accompanied by Tristan Stubbs, who is not out at 23.

In the 18th over of the innings, Taijul Islam provided Bangladesh with a moment of celebration by taking the catch of Aiden Markram. The South African captain, who was on 33 runs, had an easy catch taken by Mominul Haque at mid-on, breaking South Africa's opening partnership of 69 runs.