Watch: De Zorzi celebrates maiden Test ton with iconic move

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South Africa's Tony de Zorzi celebrates maiden Test ton with Chelsea footballer's iconic move. Watch

Tony de Zorzi and Chelsea player Cole Palmer (Photo Credit: Screengrab/X)

NEW DELHI: South Africa opener Tony de Zorzi finally got the monkey off his back with maiden Test century on the opening day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram, playing a crucial role in South Africa’s dominant 307/2 at stumps.
After narrowly missing centuries in previous matches, de Zorzi reached the landmark with a classy sweep off Mehidy Hasan Miraz.
He guided the delivery past deep backward square-leg, sending the ball to the boundary to raise his century in 146 balls.
In a moment of elation, de Zorzi took off his helmet and performed Chelsea footballer

Cole Palmer

's signature "Ice-Cold" celebration, grinning at his teammates while rubbing his biceps.

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The celebration added flair to a gritty innings on a hot, challenging day in Chattogram, as the South African opener fought through cramps to stay unbeaten on 141 at the close of play.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, South Africa lost captain Aiden Markram early for 33.
However, de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs combined for a record 201-run partnership for the second wicket — the highest for South Africa in Tests against Bangladesh.

The monumental stand also entered the list of South Africa’s highest second-wicket partnerships in Asia, becoming the third highest in an elite list.

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Stubbs adapted brilliantly to the conditions with a composed 106 off 198 balls. His measured innings ended in the final session when Taijul Islam bowled him, clipping the bottom edge onto the stumps.
David Bedingham (18 not out) joined de Zorzi at the crease and ensured no further damage before bad light halted play early.
With South Africa leading the two-match series 1-0, they are well-positioned to push for a series-clinching win on Day 2.

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