Bangladesh have lost every match across all formats that they have played in South Africa – but go into a one-day series against the Proteas on Friday with reasonable hopes of ending the drought.
The series opens with a day-night game at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Friday.
Bangladesh have a settled one-day side and currently are on top of the International Cricket Council’s World Cup Super League, while South Africa are languishing in tenth place.
The tourists have batting depth, especially since star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan reversed an earlier decision to take a break from the game.
They also have local knowledge in the form of three South Africans in head coach Russell Domingo, who previously coached South Africa, bowling coach Allan Donald and power-hitting coach Albie Morkel.
South Africa, though, will be at full strength and will be backing their fast bowlers to capitalise on the pace…