By:- B.T Team
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Bangladesh wins the toss and chooses to bat first against South Africa in the 1st Test at Dhaka.
Exciting moment for Bangladesh as Jaker Ali makes his Test debut, replacing Shakib Al Hasan in the squad.
South Africa Debuts Matthew Breetzke
South Africa also introduces a debutant, wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Breetzke.
With Temba Bavuma out due to injury, Aiden Markram leads South Africa. Bangladesh is captained by Najmul Hossain Shanto.
Bangladesh relies heavily on spin with Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nayeem Hasan, and Taijul Islam, along with one pacer, Hasan Mahmud.
Bangladesh’s Bowling Line-up
South Africa’s Bowling Strategy
South Africa opts for a balanced attack with two spinners, Keshav Maharaj and Dane Piedt, and two fast bowlers, Kagiso Rabada and Wiaan Mulder.
Shakib Al Hasan Misses the Test
Shakib Al Hasan misses what was supposed to be his farewell Test due to travel complications from New York.