Cricket: Maharaj and Harmer inflict huge defeat on dismal Bangladesh – Gulf Digital News

Cricket: Maharaj and Harmer inflict huge defeat on dismal Bangladesh – Gulf Digital News

South Africa spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer took all 10 wickets between them as the hosts crushed dismal Bangladesh by 332 runs to claim the series 2-0 following the completion of the second test at St George’s Park on Monday.

Bangladesh resumed on the fourth morning at 27 for three chasing a venue record 413 but seemed to already have their minds on the flight home as poor shot selections allowed South Africa to skittle them out for 80 in their second innings.

Maharaj took 7-40 and Harmer 3-34 on a wicket that provided prodigious turn but were not unfamiliar conditions for sub-continent side Bangladesh, who will be desperately disappointed with their application.

South Africa won the first test in Durban by 220 runs, where they bowled Bangladesh out for 53 in their second innings.

The home side will be especially pleased with the series win as six of their first team regulars chose to play in the Indian Premier League and were not available.

"Playing this series with what people have called a weakened squad gives other guys opportunities at this level," captain Dean Elgar said at the post-match presentation.

"Having the luxury of two quality spin bowlers in our squad is brilliant. We