Temba Bavuma, the Proteas’ Test captain, will sit out of the second and final Test match against Bangladesh, as he’s still recovering from a left elbow injury.
Although he has shown considerable progress in rehab, the right-handed batsman won’t be fully match-ready for the upcoming game, scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, in Chattogram.
Markram Steps Up to Lead
In Bavuma’s absence, Aiden Markram will continue as the stand-in captain for South Africa.
Markram successfully guided the Proteas to a seven-wicket victory in the first Test, proving his leadership abilities and keeping the team in high spirits.
With the second match on the horizon, the Proteas remain optimistic about finishing the series on a high note.
Proteas Test Squad Line-Up
South Africa will go into the second Test with a talented squad, each player contributing to the team’s well-rounded performance.
Here’s the full squad:
- Aiden Markram (Captain, Titans)
- David Bedingham (Western Province)
- Matthew Breetzke (Warriors)
- Dewald Brevis (Titans)
- Tony de Zorzi (Western Province)
- Keshav Maharaj (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)
- Wiaan Mulder (Lions)
- Senuran Muthusamy (Warriors)
- Lungi Ngidi (Titans)
- Dane Paterson (Western Province)
- Dane Piedt (Knights)
- Kagiso Rabada (Lions)
- Tristan Stubbs (Warriors)
- Ryan Rickelton (Lions)
- Kyle Verreynne (Western Province)
Test Series Schedule and Results
The Proteas opened the series strong with a decisive win in the first Test, held from October 21 to 25 at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka.
They overcame Bangladesh by seven wickets, setting a positive tone for the series.
- First Test: October 21 – 25
Result: South Africa beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets – Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka - Second Test: October 29 – November 2, 10:00 local time
Location: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
What’s Next for the Proteas?
With Bavuma’s return on the horizon, the team is hopeful about regaining its full strength soon.
For now, the Proteas look to continue their winning momentum in Chattogram and conclude the series with another win.