Mon Oct 21 03:58:26 UTC 2024: **Summary of the News Article: Bangladesh vs. South Africa Test Series**
– **Match Schedule**: Bangladesh and South Africa will compete in a two-match Test series, starting on October 21 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, with the second Test scheduled from October 29 in Chattogram.
– **Current Form**: Bangladesh recently had a mixed performance, winning 2-0 against Pakistan but losing 2-0 to India in their last Tests.
– **Key Absences**:
– Bangladesh’s all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is out due to political tensions, which is significant as the Mirpur Test was intended to be his last in Test cricket.
– South Africa will miss Temba Bavuma due to a muscle strain; Aiden Markram will captain the team in his absence.
– **Team Updates**: South Africa has added young batter Dewald Brevis to their squad, known for his strong performances in limited-overs cricket.
– **Viewing Information**: The first Test can be viewed live from 9:30 AM IST on the Fancode app.
– **Team Squads**:
– **Bangladesh**: Includes players like Zakir Hasan, Shadman Islam, and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto.
– **South Africa**: Features Aiden Markram as captain, along with other players like Dewald Brevis and Kagiso Rabada.
The series promises to be competitive with both teams eager to establish an early advantage despite the absence of key players.
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