Kagiso Rabada

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South Africa – Bowler | INTL 2014-2023

Kagiso Rabada Profile

Kagiso Rabada, often hailed as the jewel of South African cricket, has made waves in the international arena with his exceptional pace and precision. Born in Johannesburg, Rabada’s cricketing journey began at a young age, quickly ascending the ranks to represent the national team. With a unique ability to swing the ball both ways and a fierce competitive spirit, he has become a nightmare for batsmen around the world. His accolades include being the youngest South African to take 10 wickets in a match and achieving the top spot in the ICC ODI Bowler rankings. Beyond the pitch, Rabada’s sportsmanship and dedication have earned him respect from peers and fans alike. As he continues to evolve, the cricketing world eagerly awaits more record-breaking performances from this bowling sensation.

Kagiso Rabada Stats

Kagiso Rabada Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	60	93	17	897	47	11.8	1827	49.09	0	0	115	16	29	0
ODI	90	37	16	318	31*	15.14	390	81.53	0	0	26	7	32	0
T20I	56	21	14	147	22	21	134	109.7	0	0	12	5	18	0
FC	80	115	20	1121	48*	11.8	2245	49.93	0	0	146	20	38	0
List A	108	47	19	367	31*	13.1	462	79.43	0	0	32	7	36	0
T20	178	70	33	418	44	11.29	396	105.55	0	0	37	13	60	0

Kagiso Rabada Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	60	108	11117	6257	280	7/112	13/144	22.34	3.37	39.7	14	13	4
ODI	90	88	4633	3877	139	6/16	6/16	27.89	5.02	33.3	6	2	0
T20I	56	56	1207	1733	58	3/20	3/20	29.87	8.61	20.8	0	0	0
FC	80	145	15065	8169	355	9/33	14/105	23.01	3.25	42.4	17	16	5
List A	108	105	5541	4724	160	6/16	6/16	29.52	5.11	34.6	8	2	0
T20	178	176	3925	5271	230	4/21	4/21	22.91	8.05	17	7	0	0

Kagiso Rabada Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
South Africa vs Australia	1	2/48	07-Sep-2023	Bloemfontein	ODI # 4635
New York vs Texas	0	2/30	17-Jul-2023	Dallas	OTHERT20
New York vs Los Angeles	1	2/16	16-Jul-2023	Dallas	OTHERT20
New York vs SF	—	2/32	14-Jul-2023	Dallas	OTHERT20
Punjab Kings vs Royals	—	2/40	19-May-2023	Dharamsala	T20

Debut of Kagiso Rabada

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	India vs South Africa	November 05 – 07, 2015	Mohali
ODI	Bangladesh vs South Africa	July 10, 2015	Mirpur
T20I	Australia vs South Africa	November 05, 2014	Adelaide
FC	Gauteng vs Easterns	March 13 – 15, 2014	Johannesburg
LIST A	Gauteng vs Border	December 08, 2013	East London
T20	Gauteng vs Griq West	January 26, 2014	Kimberley

World Cup Performances – Early Days

Rabada played a crucial role in South Africa’s journey in the 2014 Under-19 World Cup. He delivered a standout performance by taking 6 wickets for 25 runs against Australia in the semi-final. South Africa went on to win the title, their first in the Under-19 World Cup, and Rabada finished as their highest wicket-taker.

Notable Achievements

• At a young age, before turning 21, Rabada established himself as a potential leader of the South African attack.
• He has the South African record for the best bowling figures in a first-class match, with 14 wickets for 105 runs.
• Rabada became only the second player to take a hat-trick on ODI debut, finishing with figures of 6 for 16, the best by a debutant.
• He became the youngest South African to take 10 wickets in a Test match, finishing with figures of 13 for 144 against England.

Style of Play

Kagiso Rabada is a genuine fast bowler, consistently bowling in the 140-150kph range. He is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways and has a lethal yorker in his arsenal.

International Career

• Rabada’s international career started in 2014 and has spanned until 2023.
• He made his T20I debut against Australia in Adelaide in November 2014.
• Rabada played in a home series against New Zealand and was also part of the South African squad that toured India. In India, he led the ODI wicket-takers’ list alongside Dale Steyn.
• He played against England in the absence of key players like Steyn and Philander and showcased his skills as a leading bowler.

Domestic Cricket Performances

• Rabada has played for various teams including Delhi Capitals, Gauteng, Jozi Stars, Kent, Lions, and Punjab Kings among others.
• He made significant contributions in the Sunfoil Series, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in one of the seasons.

Future Prospects

Given his age and the consistent performances he has delivered over the years, Rabada is expected to be a mainstay in the South African bowling lineup for many more years. His ability to adapt to different formats of the game makes him a valuable asset for any team he represents.

Trivia

• Rabada thrust himself into the limelight during the 2014 Under-19 World Cup.
• After impressive performances in international cricket, Rabada was primed for an IPL stint but chose to sign a county deal with Kent for a month.

FAQs of Kagiso Rabada

Q1. When did Kagiso Rabada make his Test debut for South Africa?

A: Kagiso Rabada made his Test debut for South Africa against India at Mohali on November 5, 2015.

Q2. What is Kagiso Rabada’s most notable achievement in Test cricket?

A: Kagiso Rabada holds the South African record for the best bowling figures in a first-class match, taking 14 wickets for 105 runs.

Q3. Which IPL team has Kagiso Rabada been associated with?

A: Kagiso Rabada has been a key player for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL).