Bangladesh vs South Africa, BAN vs SA 2024: Reddy Anna Match Prediction and Betting Tips

Explore Reddy Anna match prediction and betting tips for Bangladesh vs South Africa Test match in 2024.

As Bangladesh welcomes South Africa for a thrilling two-match Test series, both teams see this series as crucial for a potential spot in the World Test Championship finals.

Bangladesh Team Preview

Bangladesh enters this Test series after a disappointing 0-2 loss against India. However, playing at home gives them renewed confidence. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto is in form, with 682 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 36. Mominul Haque, fresh from an unbeaten century against India, will also be key. The spin-friendly pitch will favor spinners like Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who are expected to dominate.

Key Players: Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam

Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI: Shadman Islam, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Nayeem Hasan, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Hasan Murad

South Africa Team Preview

With Temba Bavuma sidelined due to injury, Aiden Markram will captain South Africa. Markram, as their best player against spin, will be crucial for the Proteas. Other key players include Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs, who must navigate the tricky spin-friendly conditions. Keshav Maharaj is expected to lead the bowling attack, supported by Kagiso Rabada.

Key Players: Aiden Markram, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada

South Africa Predicted Playing XI: Aiden Markram (c), Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Senuran Muthusamy, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Piedt, Dane Paterson

Weather Conditions

The pitch at the Shere Bangla National Stadium is likely to favor spin heavily, and batting is expected to become more difficult as the match progresses. Both teams will strive for a significant first-innings score, with seamers getting little help apart from the new ball. The weather is expected to be mostly cloudy, with chances of rain on the first day.

BAN vs RSA Pitch Report

The average first-innings score at the Sher-E-Bangla National Stadium is 328. The team batting first will aim to reach this mark, knowing the pitch will deteriorate by the third day.

Toss: To BowlThe winning team at the toss will likely opt to bat first, as accumulating runs in the first innings will be vital.

BAN vs RSA Winning Prediction

Despite their recent struggles, Bangladesh has made notable improvements in Test cricket. They recently triumphed over Pakistan at home and have developed a solid bowling lineup for various conditions. The spin-friendly pitch at home provides Bangladesh with a significant advantage, especially against a South African batting order that may struggle in these conditions.

Given the current situation, we back Bangladesh to clinch a historic maiden Test win against South Africa. credits-https://www.thetopbookies.com/betting-tips/cricket/ban-vs-rsa-21-Oct-2024