South Africa vs Bangladesh Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing XI, Pitch Report & Updates For 1st Test

Preview:

South Africa faced a lot of criticism after losing the ODI series 1-2 against Bangladesh. The majority of their key players are unavailable for this Test series and it makes them even more vulnerable. A lot of responsibility is on the shoulders of Dean Elgar who led the side to a series victory against India recently on their home soil. They made a massive comeback to draw the series 1-1 against the Kiwis when they toured New Zealand last month. It’s a great opportunity for most of the players to make a name.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be thrilled by the series victory in the ODIs and now they will look to take advantage of the depleted South African unit. The last time they had won the Test series 1-0 was against Zimbabwe. They created history by beating New Zealand in New Zealand a couple of months back, though the series was drawn 1-1. Now it’s time for them to conquer the Proteas.

Match Details:

South Africa vs Bangladesh, 1^st Test

Venue: Kingsmead, Durban

Date & Time: March 31^st – April 4th, at 1:30 PM IST and 10:00 AM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

SA vs BAN, 1^st Test Pitch Report:

Kingsmead is hosting a Test match after a gap of 3 long years. As usual, the South African wickets will assist the quicks and the batters need to be patient. Out of the 16 Test matches played in this century, only 2 have ended in a draw.

Injury News:

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SA vs BAN, 1^st Test Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa

Dean Elgar (c), Sarel Erwee, Keegan Petersen, Temba Bavuma, Khaya Zondo, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Keshav Maharaj, Duanne Olivier, Lutho Sipamla, Lizaad Williams / Daryn Dupavillon

Bangladesh

Shadman Islam, Tamim Iqbal, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mominul Haque (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Liton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Ebadot Hossain

Top Picks for SA vs BAN Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

Sarel Erwee scored a famous century in his only 2^nd Test in the tough conditions of New Zealand. He is very composed and knows how to build an innings. He is a good pick for your fantasy teams.

Tamim Iqbal is playing a Test match after a break of 11 months. He has amassed 4788 runs in 64 Test matches at an average of 39.57.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Wiaan Mulder has played 8 Test matches in his career so far where he has scored 205 runs at an average of 15.76 and picked up 14 wickets as well.

Shakib Al Hasan has impressive numbers in all forms of the game. In his 59 Test matches, he has mustered 4029 runs at an average of 39.5 and picked up 215 wickets.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Duanne Olivier will lead the South African bowling line-up. He bowls very good line and lengths and more importantly swings the ball both ways. In only 13 Test matches, he has scalped 56 wickets with the best figures of 6 for 37 in an innings.

Ebadot Hossain is the bowler to watch out for Bangladesh. He was the main man behind Bangladesh’s famous win over New Zealand. In 12 Test matches, he has picked up 20 wickets with the best figures of 6 for 46 in an innings.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Kyle Verreynne had impressed with his batting skills on the New Zealand tour where he scored his maiden century in the 2^nd Test of the series. In 6 Test matches, he has scored 248 runs at an average of 31 with a highest score of 136*.

SA vs BAN Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SA vs BAN Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Kyle Verreynne, Tamim Iqbal, Dean Elgar, Temba Bavuma, Keegan Petersen (c), Sarel Erwee, Shakib Al Hasan (vc), Wiaan Mulder, Taskin Ahmed, Duanne Olivier, Ebadot Hossain

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SA vs BAN Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Liton Das, Dean Elgar, Temba Bavuma, Keegan Petersen, Sarel Erwee (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Mominul Haque (vc), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Keshav Maharaj, Duanne Olivier

SA vs BAN Risky Captaincy Choices:

Test specialist Mominul Haque relies on his technique and adapts to the changes quickly. It’s not easy for the bowlers to pick his wicket. He has amassed 3501 runs in his Test career at an average of 41.18. It’s worth a risk and you can pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Considering a lot of potential batters, it’s hard to include Shadman Islam in the final XI.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.