Bangladesh Holds On to Hope as Taijul Claims Key Wickets

Bangladesh's Taijul Islam delivered a standout performance on the second morning of the second Test against South Africa, claiming a commanding five-wicket haul to keep his side in the game.

The hosts had got off to a strong start, with David Bedingham and Tony de Zorzi putting on a 100-run partnership that put Bangladesh under pressure. De Zorzi brought up his 150 with successive boundaries, while Bedingham reached his half-century and Bedingham's aggressive mindset allowed him to keep going whereas overnight centurion Tony de Zorzi brought up his 150 with successive boundaries. However, Taijul dismissed de Zorzi for 177, casting doubt on South Africa's dominance.

The opener was trapped lbw and even a review couldn't save him, followed by the quick dismissal of Kyle Verreyne, who was trapped lbw in Taijul's next over. With Wiaan Mulder and Ryan Rickelton ensuring there was no further damage until the break, the visitors reached 413/5.

Brief scores:

• South Africa: 413/5 (Tony de Zorzi 177, Tristan Stubbs 106)
• Bangladesh: vs South Africa