Debutant Pretorius & Bosch Dominate Zimbabwe!

South Africa finishes Day 1 of the first Test in Bulawayo with a commanding 418/9, led by two sensational debut performances.

SA in Trouble Early: 23/3

Zimbabwe’s Tanaka Chivanga ripped through the top order, taking 3 quick wickets. SA were reeling at 23/3 in just 15 overs.

19-Year-Old Pretorius Fights Back

Lhuan-dre Pretorius arrived with SA in deep trouble—and began counterattacking with fearless strokeplay, scoring 17 off his first 16 balls.

4 Lives, 1 Historic Knock

Pretorius was dropped or missed on 30, 54, 55, and 127. With no DRS, Zimbabwe couldn’t capitalize. He made them pay with a brilliant 153!

Brevis' Blazing 51 Off 41 Balls

Dewald Brevis attacked fearlessly, hitting three sixes in one over and building a 95-run stand with Pretorius.

Youngest to Score 150 in Tests!

Pretorius reached his maiden Test ton in style. His 153 came off just 160 balls and included 3 sixes and 16 fours.

Corbin Bosch Steadies & Shines

Bosch played calmly alongside the tail, rotating strike smartly. He built crucial stands and stayed unbeaten to anchor the innings.

Bosch Brings Up Debut Ton

From 84 to 100 in the final over of the day, Bosch smashed boundaries and helped SA cross the 400 mark. A dream debut!

Zimbabwe Left Frustrated

Multiple missed chances, no DRS, and poor fielding meant Zimbabwe couldn’t capitalize. Chivanga's 4-82 was the lone bright spot.

SA Finish Day 1 on 418/9

Powered by debutant brilliance, South Africa dominate Day 1. Zimbabwe will need something special to come back on Day 2.