South Africa in Bangladesh 2024/25
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The term "South Africa in Bangladesh" denotes a series of bilateral cricket tours rather than a standing tournament. These fixtures involve the national teams of Bangladesh and South Africa, sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The schedule is irregular, determined under the ICC Future Tour Programme rather than operating as an annual event. Matches vary by tour; the 2024 engagement consisted of two Test matches, while previous tours have included One Day Internationals and Twenty20 Internationals.
Cricket South Africa and the Bangladesh Cricket Board govern these arrangements. There is no permanent trophy associated with the rivalry, though specific series have carried sponsorship titles, such as the Sunfoil Trophy for the 2017 Test series. The competitive record shows South Africa dominating historically, particularly in Test cricket where Bangladesh has never secured a victory. Conversely, Bangladesh achieved a significant milestone by winning their first bilateral ODI series against South Africa in 2015.
Some confusion exists regarding the nature of the fixtures, as the term is often mistaken for domestic club competitions. The Bangladesh Premier League and South African provincial leagues are separate entities with no cross-border participation. In this context, the "clubs" refer to the national sides. The first meeting between the nations occurred in the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy, with the inaugural bilateral Test series played in 2007–08.
Seasons
- 2024