"Today was the reflection of the entire series," Bangladesh skiper Shakib Al Hasan mentioned. That just about sums up the sorry state of affairs for the tourists. After allowing the hosts to pile up 224, they were never really in the contest and following regular wickets, the tourists always looked like being bowled out inside 20 overs of play, and so it was. More than a special bowling show, it was the pressure that went against Bangladesh as they threw their bats at almost everything, without any rewards. Eventually, South Africa ensured that Bangladesh remained win-less on the tour.
South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2nd T20I - Live Cricket Score, Commentary
Series: Bangladesh tour of South Africa, 2017 Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom Date & Time: Oct 29, 02:30 PM LOCAL
David Miller hit nine sixes and seven fours to raise the fastest ever T20I ton off just 35 balls. © AFP
A lopsided finish to a series that was no different, however, one would rejoice the special efforts of Miller who entertained all and sundry with his spectacular batting. Hope you enjoyed that. Until we meet again for another game, goodbye. Btw, still some cricket going on. Hop onto the other tabs!
South Africa win by 83 runs to remain undefeated across all forms against Bangladesh in the series
Miller Time
It's been an eventful day at the office. Not a bad idea to look back at Miller's feat and what records he broke in the process. Here's Deepu's
ABD goes, huge relief for B'desh
This was properly tonked by ABD but unfortunately, he finds the fielder with utmost precision as well. Superb catch as well, one must say. Big wicket and that's the end of an impactful partnership. 41 quick runs added to the tally.
Btw, fifty for Amla. As always, quietly operating away with quick runs from one end and while Bangladesh were covering their bases for ABD, Amla has raised his fifty. Top knock!
Mehidy looking for hiding?
That's some top-class batting from Amla and de Villiers, must admit not the best of bowling though. Amla hammers one over his head for the first four of the over before de Villiers makes a mockery of the young man's off-breaks. Doesn't get to the pitch yet launches one over long on for a towering six. Next ball is a full toss and he wouldn't let that go.
Shakib strikes again
Poor shot from Duminy as he premeditated that sweep, too full and fast for that shot to be played and he missed it. Stumps shattered for the second time in the game already. Shakib is pumped up and so are Bangladesh. However, Amla is off to a flying start from the opposite end.
First Blood for Bangladesh
Mosehle clearly hasn't seen enough of quality left-arm orthodox bowling. Shakib takes the pace off the ball and Mosehle goes searching for it outside off. Next ball cramps him for room as he looks to work it away at the last moment. Mosehle misses and the ball brushes the pad before going onto the stumps. First wicket down!
Getting started
Amla in ominous touch already, two fine flick shots to fetch a couple of boundaries inside the first two overs. Btw, this is South Africa's 100th T20I. And as I finish typing this, Amla rocks back and hammers a short ball over deep square leg for a massive six. Up and running already!
All in readiness. Amla and Mosehle have come out to open the innings for the Proteas and it is Shakib who will open the proceedings.
Elevens
South Africa (Playing XI): Mangaliso Mosehle(w), Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers, Jean-Paul Duminy(c), David Miller, Farhaan Behardien, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dwaine Pretorius, Robert Frylinck, Aaron Phangiso, Beuran Hendricks
Bangladesh (Playing XI): Imrul Kayes, Soumya Sarkar, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Sabbir Rahman, Mahmudullah, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mehidy Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Liton Das, Rubel Hossain
Toss time, folks
Bangladesh have won the toss and opted to field first
Overdose of cricket, eh?
There's too much cricket happening right now. While India and New Zealand are tussling it out in the series decider in Kanpur, Zimbabwe and Windies are contesting in the second Test. The third T20I between Pakistan and Sri Lanka would be underway soon. Plenty of action and options on offer, follow whichever you want to, the destination remains the same though..
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For those who haven't followed the series much, here's our preview
Warming up
Just like Facebook asks us every time we open our profile page, "What's on your mind?" One would do well to pose the same question to Bangladesh - if they are more desperate to win one game or have the tired minds already boarded the flight back home?
It's been difficult for Bangladesh and even 'difficult' is an understatement. Last game aside, Bangladesh's margin of defeats have been humiliating. And for that reason alone, the tourists would feel they can cross the line, at least once, at a venue where they suffered their first loss on the tour - 333-run loss in the opening Test.
Hello and welcome for the second T20I from Potchefstroom. I'm Shirshendu Roy and I'm sure you've a lot to discuss on this game. So why wait? Tweet or mail, we'll feature the best ones here on our blog space..
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