Twitter reaction: Wiaan Mulder, bowlers shine as South Africa tighten grip on Bangladesh on day 2 of 2nd Test

South Africa it concludes Day 2 of the second test against Bangladesh instead of managing, they declared their innings at 575/6, led by Wiaan MulderA century and a series of influential contributions from the top and the middle. In reply, Bangladesh faced a 9-over test session, falling to 38/4 at stumps. South African bowlers, especially Kagiso Rabadaput Bangladesh’s top order under a lot of pressure, setting up a dominant day for the visitors in Chattogram.

South Africa’s best batsman led by Wiann Mulder

From Day 2 at 307/2, South Africa continued to build on their strong foundation. Tony de Zorziwho scored a good 177, held the innings together before being dismissed Taijul Islamwho ended up getting five wickets. Tristan Stubbs again David Bedingham provided vital support, adding 106 and 59 runs, respectively, which enabled South Africa to make a huge total. Wiaan Mulder again Senuran Muthusamy took advantage of Bangladesh’s tired bowling, putting together an unbeaten 7th wicket partnership of 150 runs, with Mulder reaching 105 not out. South Africa’s batting depth and patience left Bangladesh with a big target.

Taijul Islam bats alone in a struggling bowling attack

Taijul Islam was the highlight of Bangladesh’s bowling effort, claiming five wickets in his long spell of 52 overs. His perseverance brought success, dismissing key players such as Markram, de Zorzi, and Stubbs. However, the lack of support from other bowlers, incl Mehidy Hasan Miraz again Hasan Mahmudthey allowed the South African batsmen to settle. Nahid Rana managed to get a single wicket, but expensive spells from other players highlighted Bangladesh’s struggle to contain the South African attack, which led to a difficult one.

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Bangladesh’s top order is collapsing under pressure

The start of Bangladesh’s innings quickly turned to disaster as South Africa’s pace attack, led by Rabada, struck early. Rabada got two wickets, dismissed both Shadman Islam again Zakir Hasan. Dane Paterson again Keshav Maharaj added pressure, each getting a wicket to reduce Bangladesh to 38/4 at stumps. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto again Mominul Haque managed to survive the rest of the day, but with Bangladesh trailing by 537 runs, they face an uphill battle to avoid the follow-on and prevent South Africa from tying up the game.

Here’s how Twitter responded:

Wiaan Mulder shines with his maiden Test century, marking a memorable moment in the game #WTC25 series against Bangladesh! #BANvSA pic.twitter.com/GVR6wofic3

— Alok Bugalia (@alok_bugalia) October 30, 2024

WIAAN MULDER 💯!!!!

One hundred cracking ladies by Wiaan Mulder who has been super anointed for the past few months!! He has definitely matured a lot and one can see that in his batting. You deserve this moment it’s been a difficult journey 🔥🙌💚#CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/Qz0dkUugpr

— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) October 30, 2024

One of the things Wiaan Mulder shared with me before the West Indies series was his change of mind when batting. The key was clarity.

At the beginning of his career, he thought about things. Now, he lets his talent lead the way. An unadulterated mind.

— CS Chiwanza (@CSChiwanza) October 30, 2024

2024 should be remembered as the year of Wiaan Mulder’s arrival in International Cricket.

— •𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐲 𝟐𝟕• (@TCG_27) October 30, 2024

Wiaan Mulder couldn’t be more pleased. You have been through a lot in terms of being inside and outside but you finally announced yourself. A lot!

– Dale (@ncakos316) October 30, 2024

Congratulations to Wiaan Mulder – first century in test cricket!

Taijul Islam toiled in 52.2 overs, taking 5/198. Mehidy Hasan Miraz 0/171 in 39 overs.

Life after Shakib is off to a rough start in Bangladesh as they have 4 professional bowlers in the XI.#BANvSA

– CricBlog ✍ (@cric_blog) October 30, 2024

What a moment for Wiaan Mulder 👏👏👏 his first test hundred and the first of many! And there is an announcement! #BANvSA

— naemah (@NaeemahBenjamin) October 30, 2024

Great building! Mulder 🤜🤛 Muthusamy🔥

🇿🇦 says at 575/6 🏏#BANvSA#South Africa#Proteas pic.twitter.com/qxaNYkIbJ2

— Joburg Super Kings (@JSKSA20) October 30, 2024

Wiaan Mulder’s 100th Audition of Girls 👊💯#cricket #BANvSA #salesman #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/SgOphFZQ9u

– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 30, 2024

Good day in SA as Bangladesh are 38-4 on Day 2#BANvSA

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) October 30, 2024

South Africa take on Bangladesh on the second day of the Ctg Test. The home team is behind by 537 runs, having lost four wickets in their first innings. #BANvSA

— Mohammad Isam (@Isam84) October 30, 2024

South African surfers 🔥🔥🔥🔥 #BANvSA

– JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) October 30, 2024

I don’t know what is going on with Bangladesh’s top batting at the moment. One would think they want to finish this game early so they can get another day off before the Afghanistan series. #BANvSA

– Roushan Alam (@roushanalam) October 30, 2024

Geez these Bangladeshi batsmen are miserable I still hope to see Muthasamy bowl it may not happen with the way they are running. #BANvSA

— DMac (@DSMab2011) October 30, 2024

Dutch-Bangla Bank Bangladesh 🆚 South Africa Test Series 2024 | Test 2

Qualification | Day 02 | Bangladesh topped by 537 runs#BCB #Cricket #BANvSA #WTC25 #TestCricket pic.twitter.com/iiPMa7wQkd

– Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) October 30, 2024

Slow take 8 ovrs 4 Bangla innings 2 b in tatters. The pressure of a big first innings score by SA, the misuse of the Bangla top order, the terrible bowling (part quality, part dignity) of the ball by Rabada and magic frm Maharaj reduced Bangla to 38/4 (including Penalties 5 runs) #BANvSA

— Ambika (@apmahapatra) October 30, 2024

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