Bangladesh tour of South Africa, 2026, match 2 of 8
South Africa vs Bangladesh 2nd Test prediction
Who we back, how the pitch should play, projected scores phase by phase, and three bets from safe to long shot.
70%South Africa
30%Bangladesh
Quick overview
- Our pick: South Africa to win, a 70% chance in our model.
- Conditions at SuperSport Park: A true surface with good pace and carry, and a quick outfield.
- The toss: Bat or bowl, the toss winner gains little: the runs should be there for both sides.
- Safest bet: South Africa (Match winner), about a 70% chance.
Series window, not a confirmed XI date. Confirm on the day.
Who will win the SA vs BAN 2nd Test?
Our verdict on South Africa vs Bangladesh: South Africa win, with a 70% chance against 30% for Bangladesh. SuperSport Park should help the batters, and we project a day-one score of 254-302 for South Africa and 237-285 for Bangladesh. The 2nd Test starts Thu, 19 Nov 2026 at 19:30 IST.
- Our pick
- South Africa, 70%
- Format
- Test match
- Pitch helps
- Batters
What will decide it
The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.
Conditions at SuperSport Park
A true surface with good pace and carry, and a quick outfield. Bowlers will rely on variations, and par scores run high. It should suit the batters on both sides equally.
Helps Even
The toss
Bat or bowl, the toss winner gains little: the runs should be there for both sides.
Helps Even
Batting depth
We project South Africa to score about 17 runs more than their opponents. Over a full Test, that is a meaningful cushion, and it is the main reason South Africa are favourites.
Helps South Africa
What will South Africa and Bangladesh score?
How we expect each day to build, phase by phase, on a flat / batters surface at SuperSport Park.
South Africa Bangladesh
- Session 1
- SA79-95BAN77-91
- Session 2
- SA93-109BAN87-105
- Session 3
- SA82-98BAN73-89
Day-one scoreSA 254-302/BAN 237-285
Best bets for SA vs BAN
One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.
Safer
Our chance 70%
Match winner
South Africa
The most likely result on our numbers. Short odds mean a small return, so size the stake accordingly.
Value
Our chance 62%
South Africa day-one score
Over 263.5 runs
With South Africa projected near 278, a 263.5 line gives a useful margin for error.
Long shot
Our chance 20%
Top batter
Reeza Hendricks (South Africa)
Built for long innings. Top-batter odds are usually long, so a small stake is enough.
Who can swing South Africa vs Bangladesh?
Our impact rating is how likely each player is to change the result. XIs are confirmed at the toss.
South Africa
- Reeza HendricksBuilt for long innings83impact
- Anrich NortjeHits the deck hard92impact
Bangladesh
- Shakib Al HasanGives the side a fifth bowler88impact
- Najmul Hossain ShantoTurns fifties into hundreds93impact
Match preview
Bangladesh tour of South Africa, 2026 reaches match 2 of 8 here. South Africa know these grounds well, which is built into our numbers. The 70% rating for South Africa comes from team strength, scoring patterns at SuperSport Park and a flat / batters surface. That is a clear lead, though a single big innings can still swing it. Check the playing XIs before you bet.
The toss: Bat or bowl, the toss winner gains little: the runs should be there for both sides.
Where the 2nd Test fits in the series
Rest days, travel and what comes next in Bangladesh tour of South Africa, 2026.
The 2nd Test is match 2 of 8, played at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Thu, 19 Nov 2026.
It comes 4 days after the 1st Test at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, so both squads travel to Centurion in between. The gap is long enough for full-strength XIs, so squad rotation should be limited.
Next, the 1st ODI is 4 days after this one at Buffalo Park in East London.
SuperSport Park hosts 2 other matchs on our calendar: 3rd T20I: South Africa vs Bangladesh (13 Dec), 2nd Test: South Africa vs England (23 Dec).
- 15 Nov1st Test: South Africa vs BangladeshThe Wanderers Stadium
- 19 Nov2nd Test: South Africa vs BangladeshSuperSport ParkThis match
- 23 Nov1st ODI: South Africa vs BangladeshBuffalo Park
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SA vs BAN 2nd Test: questions fans ask
Quick answers to what readers ask us most.
Who is favourite to win South Africa vs Bangladesh?
South Africa are favourites. Malik Mumbai rates their chance of winning the 2nd Test at 70%, with Bangladesh on 30%. The projection weighs team strength, home advantage and the flat / batters conditions at SuperSport Park.
What time does the SA vs BAN 2nd Test start in India?
First ball is due Thu, 19 Nov 2026 at 19:30 IST India time at SuperSport Park, Centurion. Check again on match day, as series dates sometimes change.
What is Malik Mumbai's best bet for SA vs BAN?
For a safer bet, back South Africa (70%). For more value, try south africa day-one score over 263.5 runs (62%). Keep stakes to money you can afford to lose.
What is the pitch like in Centurion?
We rate the SuperSport Park surface flat / batters for this Test, which should help the batters. Our projected day-one scores are 254-302 for South Africa and 237-285 for Bangladesh.
Should the toss winner bat or bowl first in SA vs BAN?
Bat or bowl, the toss winner gains little: the runs should be there for both sides. The coin goes up roughly half an hour before the 19:30 IST start, when both XIs are confirmed.
What happens if it rains during South Africa vs Bangladesh?
Lost time is not made up in full, so rain makes a draw more likely. Bets on the match result still stand, while session markets for overs never bowled are usually void. Check the forecast for Centurion on the day.
South Africa vs Bangladesh match kaun jitega?
Malik Mumbai ke model ke hisaab se South Africa favourite hain, 70% chance ke saath, aur Bangladesh ka chance 30% hai. Match Thu, 19 Nov 2026 ko 19:30 IST par shuru hoga. Yeh prediction hai, guarantee nahi.
Centurion ki pitch report kya hai?
Hum is pitch ko flat / batters rate karte hain, isliye batters ke liye achha hai aur bada score ban sakta hai. Toss aur playing XI ka faisla match se lagbhag 30 minute pehle hota hai.
How many runs will be scored in South Africa vs Bangladesh?
We project South Africa to make 254-302 and Bangladesh to make 237-285 in their day-one scores. The biggest scoring phase should be session 2.
Still unsure? Ask our team
Predictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Malik Mumbai's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a limit before you play and bet responsibly.