After three days of sometimes compelling Test cricket here at Kingsmead in Durban, SA have their noses in front but the key is how they are going to negotiate their second innings.
Wiaan Mulder joined the wicket-taking party after tea when he removed Mehidy Hasan Miraz , and he was joined by Duanne Olivier who was responsible for the demise of Khaled Ahmed without scoring.
During his successful stay at the crease since the Tigers started batting on Friday afternoon, Mahmudul was involved in significant partnerships of 55 off 150 with Najmul Hossain and of 82 off 171 with Liton Das. The Proteas will continue on day four on Sunday with Elgar on three and his partner Erwee on two and looking to significantly increase their advantage and possibly take the game away from Bangladesh.
For them to get what they desire on Sunday, the SA batters will have to deal with the Bangladesh bowling attack that has already proved too be skilful.
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