South African batters Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi both registered their maiden Test centuries as they helped the Proteas reach a formidable 307/2 on the first day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. This marked the first time since 2019 that two or more Protean batters have scored hundreds in the same Test innings, a feat which last happened against India in 2019. Stubbs and De Zorzi also broke records with their partnership of 201 runs for the second wicket, which is the third best in South African history. The Proteas now lead the 2-match series 1-0 after winning the first Test in Dhaka.
Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi: Historic Test Centuries for South Africa
In the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram, South Africa's Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi etched their names into cricket history by notching up centuries on their Test debut.
A Memorable Innings
On a day dominated by the Proteas, Stubbs and De Zorzi came together at the crease after the dismissal of captain Dean Elgar. They steadied the innings and forged a remarkable partnership that spanned 34 overs.
Stubbs, a 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, played with maturity beyond his years. He compiled a composed 101 runs off 214 balls, striking 14 fours and a six. Meanwhile, De Zorzi, a 28-year-old opener, showcased his resilience and determination. He reached the three-figure mark with a boundary off Ebadot Hossain, finishing with an equally impressive 100 runs off 200 deliveries, including 11 fours.
Historical Significance
Stubbs and De Zorzi's centuries marked the first time since 2019 that two or more South African batters have scored hundreds in the same Test innings. The last time it happened was against India in Visakhapatnam.
Moreover, their partnership of 201 runs for the second wicket is the third best in the history of South African Test cricket. Only the 214-run stand between Herschelle Gibbs and Gary Kirsten against England in 2003, and the 203-run partnership between Faf du Plessis and Hashim Amla against Bangladesh in 2017, have surpassed it.
Impact on the Series
This historic performance has given South Africa a commanding lead in the two-match series. After winning the first Test in Dhaka, the Proteas now have a 1-0 advantage.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who is Tristan Stubbs? A 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Cape Town, South Africa.
2. Who is Tony de Zorzi? A 28-year-old opener from Durban, South Africa.
3. What is the significance of their centuries? They are the first South African batters to score hundreds on Test debut since 2019.
4. What is the historical importance of their partnership? Their 201-run stand is the third highest in South African Test history.
5. What is the current status of the Test series? South Africa leads the two-match series 1-0 after winning the first Test in Dhaka.
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