Century Stand Powers South Africa Beyond 500 in Second Test
Mulder set the tone for the session, hitting a boundary off the first ball. Shortly after, Nahid Rana struck, removing Ryan Rickelton and sparking hopes of limiting South Africa’s total. With four wickets lost for just 37 runs, Bangladesh aimed to restrict South Africa to under 475.
In a relentless show of batting, Wiaan Mulder and Senuran Muthusamy powered South Africa past the 500-run mark, extending Bangladesh’s struggle on the field in the second Test. Starting the session with an early breakthrough, Bangladesh seemed hopeful after picking three quick wickets just before the break. However, Mulder and Muthusamy’s partnership for the seventh wicket stifled the hosts' momentum, ensuring South Africa remained firmly in control.
Mulder set the tone for the session, hitting a boundary off the first ball. Shortly after, Nahid Rana struck, removing Ryan Rickelton and sparking hopes of limiting South Africa’s total. With four wickets lost for just 37 runs, Bangladesh aimed to restrict South Africa to under 475. However, Mulder’s steady stream of boundaries and Muthusamy’s swift run-a-ball pace kept the scoreboard ticking.
Muthusamy confidently faced Taijul Islam, hitting a four and six on consecutive deliveries, leaving the Bangladesh camp stunned. Meanwhile, Mulder, consistent throughout the series, reached his second consecutive half-century, pushing South Africa over the 500-run threshold. Mulder's impressive back-to-back sixes off Mahmudul Hasan showcased the visitors’ dominance, and despite frequent bowling changes, Bangladesh’s bowlers couldn’t break the century stand, leaving them deflated as South Africa’s lead strengthened.
