Sports Desk: The story of Bangladesh's defeat in the Mirpur Test was written in the first session of the first day. Bangladesh batted against South Africa all out for 106 runs. In reply to which South Africa mustered 308. Bangladesh set an example of fighting by setting South Africa a target of 106 runs where it is difficult to avoid defeat in the innings gap.

Mehdi Hasan drew the Test on the fourth day thanks to Miraj's skill. However, his struggle was ultimately marred by the Proteas' resounding victory. The visitors took a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series after defeating Bangladesh by a big margin of 7 wickets. Along with that, the Proteas won after 13 matches and 10 years in Asia. Bangladesh could not put up much of a fight without Taijul Islam in hand.

Earlier, Bangladesh dreamed of great things on the fourth day with the bat of Miraj and Naeem Hasan, who finished with a century on the third day. On the third day, Bangladesh scored 283 runs for 7 wickets. Mehdi Hasan Miraj was unbeaten on 87 runs.

He could not even get a century on the fourth day. After defeating Naeem and Taijul, he finally returned to 97 runs. Bangladesh's second innings ended at 307 runs. Batting on the fourth day, Bangladesh managed to add a total of 19 runs. Protea pacer Kagiso Rabada single-handedly took 6 wickets. The remaining three wickets went to Keshav Maharaj.

Earlier, Bangladesh started the third day's play trailing by 101 runs on Wednesday. Had 6 wickets in hand. 57.5 overs were played throughout the day in rain and low light. Bangladesh scored 182 runs losing 4 wickets. After losing 6 wickets for 112 runs, Mehdi Hasan Miraj led the team. Miraj made a record partnership of 138 runs with Zaker Ali Anik for the seventh wicket.

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