Mon Oct 21 11:12:39 UTC 2024: **Summary of BAN vs SA 1st Test Day 1:**

– **Toss:** Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and chose to bat first, citing concerns about batting conditions in the fourth innings.
– **Captain Statements:**
– Shanto expressed confidence in his team’s experience and knowledge of local conditions.
– South African captain Aiden Markram stated they would have opted to bat first as well and felt positive after good preparations.

– **Playing XIs:**
– **Bangladesh:** Included players like Shadman Islam, Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), and Mushfiqur Rahim.
– **South Africa:** Featured players such as Aiden Markram (captain) and Kagiso Rabada.

– **Day 1 Performance:**
– South Africa faced a shaky start, losing captain Markram in the first over. Tony de Zorzi and others contributed to stabilize the innings, leading to a total of 34 runs with 4 wickets remaining.
– Bangladesh struggled significantly, collapsing to 45/5 early in their innings and ending with a total of 106 runs.
– The only notable performance for Bangladesh came from Mahmudul Hasan Joy, who scored 30.

– **Bowling Highlights:**
– Wiaan Mulder and Kagiso Rabada each took 3 wickets for South Africa, with Rabada achieving his 300th Test wicket.
– Keshav Maharaj and Dane Piedt supported with crucial wickets, showcasing strong bowling performance from South Africa.

– **Stumps:** Day 1 concluded with South Africa leading by 34 runs, with Bangladesh having difficulties on a challenging pitch.

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