BAN Vs SA 2nd Test Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

Bangladesh will face South Africa in 2nd Test in Chattogram [Source: @BCBtigers/X]

After registering a clinical seven-wicket victory in the first Test in Mirpur, South Africa are all set to collide with Bangladesh in the decider of the ongoing two-match series. Led by Aiden Markram, South Africa showcased remarkable class and resilience to stun the hosts in the first Test. So, considering they are down by 0-1, Bangladesh would be desperate for a win and level the series. 

BAN vs SA 2nd Test: Match Details And Live Streaming

BAN vs SA 2nd Test: South Africa Eye Clean-sweep While Bangladesh Seek Revenge

The first Test ended on a forgettable note for Bangladesh, as the visitors crushed them by a convincing seven-wicket margin. Kyle Verrynne was South Africa's wrecker-in-chief with the bat, slamming a sublime century on Mirpur's challenging surface. 

On the bowling front, Kagiso Rabada emerged as Bangladesh's nemesis, scalping nine wickets in two innings. Wiaan Mulder also played a significant role with the ball and will be a key player for the visitors in this match. 

Talking about Bangladesh, the hosts would expect better returns from Mominul Haque, who has impressive numbers in Chattogram. The formidable spin duo of Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam could be a threat to the Proteas batting unit, with Chattogram's pitch assisting the spinners throughout the match. 

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BAN vs SA 2nd Test Pitch Report: Chattogram's Spin-Friendly Deck To Challenge Batters

The surface at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram will favour the spinners on all five days. The fast bowlers might get some seam movement on the first day, but with the sun beating down, expect the cracks to open up and bring spin and uneven bounce into play. Batting might get more challenging with the game's progression due to which the toss-winning side will likely bat first. 

BAN vs SA 2nd Test: Key Players And Stats

• Kagiso Rabada in this series: 9 wickets in 2 innings, Average: 8, SR: 19.22
• Mominul Haque in Chattogram: 1288 runs in 24 innings, Average: 61.33
• Kyle Verrynne in this series: 114 runs in 1 inning, Average: 114.00
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz in Chattogram: 395 runs and 35 wickets in 9 Tests

BAN vs SA 2nd Test: Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh: Zakir Hasan, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (WK), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Jaker Ali, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Khaled Ahmed

South Africa: Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Kyle Verrynne (WK), Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Piedt

BAN Vs SA 2nd Test: Winner Prediction

Considering the strength of both teams and South Africa's red-hot form, the visitors are the favourites to win the contest. 

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