Kagiso Rabada: News
Kagiso Rabada is an international cricket player from South Africa. He plays in all formats of the game. Rabada has played 47 Test matches and 81 ODIs so far. He was born on May 25, 1995, in Gauteng. He made his domestic cricket debut in 2013 for Gauteng. In 2014, he made his debut in limited-overs cricket for South Africa. Rabada made his Test debut in 2015 against India. In the same year, he made his ODI debut against Bangladesh. He took his first ten-wicket haul in Test cricket in 2016. At the age of 22, he topped the ICC Test bowler rankings and the ICC ODI bowler rankings. He is the youngest bowler to take 150 wickets in Test matches in 2018. He is the first cricketer to win at least six awards at Cricket South Africa’s gala annual dinner. Wisden Cricketers Almanack named him as the world’s best young player. Delhi Daredevils bought him for $50 million before IPL 2017. Delhi Capitals again bought him in 2018 during the IPL auction. Rabada was named in the South African squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021.
15 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipDissecting South Africa's victorious 2023-25 WTC campaign in stats
Team South Africa has ended its 27-year-long wait for an ICC trophy by winning the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia at Lord's.
14 Jun 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamSouth Africa clinch second ICC title with WTC win: Stats
South Africa claimed a historic victory in the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's.
14 Jun 2025
Dale SteynWho is the highest wicket-taker for SA vs Australia (Tests)?
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada has been a major force against Australia in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's.
13 Jun 2025
Josh HazlewoodWTC final, Lord's: South Africa are on top of Australia
South Africa are on course to chase down Australia's target of 282 runs in the 2023-25 World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's.
13 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipKagiso Rabada backs fifer with 4/59 in WTC final: Stats
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada made his presence felt across both innings versus Australia in the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's.
13 Jun 2025
Kyle JamiesonKagiso Rabada becomes SA's 5th-highest wicket-taker in international cricket: Stats
Kagiso Rabada has become South Africa's fifth-highest wicket-taker in international cricket, surpassing the legendary Jacques Kallis.
13 Jun 2025
Usman KhawajaBowlers to dismiss Usman Khawaja most often in Tests
In a remarkable display of bowling, South African speedster Kagiso Rabada dismissed Australian opener Usman Khawaja twice in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's.
12 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipWTC final, Lord's: 14 wickets fall on Day 2
For the 2nd successive day in the ICC World Test Championship final, 14 wickets fell as bowlers continued to rule the roost.
11 Jun 2025
Mitchell StarcWTC final, Lord's: 14 wickets fall on Day 1
The first day of the World Test Championship final at Lord's was a riveting contest, with 14 wickets falling.
11 Jun 2025
Usman KhawajaKagiso Rabada claims his 17th five-wicket haul in Tests: Stats
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada claimed 5/51 against Australia on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's.
11 Jun 2025
Steve SmithBeau Webster slams 72 against South Africa in WTC final
Australian batter Beau Webster did well for his side on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa at Lord's.
11 Jun 2025
Usman KhawajaKagiso Rabada dismisses Usman Khawaja for 6th time in Tests
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada dismissed Australian opener Usman Khawaja on Day 1 of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 final at Lord's.
11 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipKagiso Rabada completes 50 Test wickets against Australia: Key stats
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada has completed 50 wickets against Australia in Test cricket.
10 Jun 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamKagiso Rabada versus Australia in Tests: Decoding his stats
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada is set to feature in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at the iconic Lord's, starting June 11.
10 Jun 2025
Usman KhawajaUsman Khawaja averages 40-plus vs South Africa in Tests: Stats
Veteran opener Usman Khawaja will be instrumental to Australia's plans in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa, starting on June 11 at Lord's.
09 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipWTC Final 2025: Key battles to watch out for
The third ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final is set to take place at Lord's Cricket Ground from June 11.
08 Jun 2025
ICC World Test Championship2023-25 WTC cycle: These SA bowlers clocked six-plus wicket hauls
South Africa's cricket team has shown tremendous resilience in the 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship cycle.
07 Jun 2025
ICC World Test ChampionshipPresenting South African bowlers with 50-plus World Test Championship wickets
South Africa's cricket team has shown remarkable resilience in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle.
06 Jun 2025
Pat CumminsWTC final: 5 key players to watch out for
The World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final is all set to be played from June 11-15 at Lord's, England.
06 Jun 2025
Aiden MarkramDecoding South Africa's best XI for WTC 2025 final
South Africa are gearing up for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 final against Australia.
04 Jun 2025
Punjab Kings (PBKS)Presenting PBKS bowlers with 20-plus wickets in an IPL edition
Though Punjab Kings finished as the runners-up in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), their star pacer Arshdeep Singh enjoyed a dream campaign.
15 May 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)These South African players will miss IPL 2025 playoffs
As many as eight South African players, part of ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, will miss the 2025 playoffs.
15 May 2025
International Cricket Council (ICC)ICC announces record prize money for 2025 WTC final
The International Cricket Council has announced a record-breaking prize money for the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final.
15 May 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamDecoding South Africa's journey to their maiden WTC final
South Africa are gearing up for their maiden ICC World Test Championship final.
14 May 2025
Aiden MarkramWill WTC final-bound SA players participate in IPL 2025 playoffs?
Eight South African cricketers, who are currently playing in the IPL 2025 and scheduled for the World Test Championship (WTC) final, are likely to leave India by May 25, as per ESPNcricinfo.
13 May 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2025: Buttler, Coetzee to rejoin GT on May 14
The Gujarat Titans will have their full set of overseas players when the Indian Premier League (IPL) resumes on May 17.
05 May 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamIPL 2025: Kagiso Rabada cleared to play for Gujarat Titans
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada has been cleared to return to cricket by the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS).
03 May 2025
Gujarat TitansKagiso Rabada suspended from IPL 2025 for this reason: Details
South African cricketer Kagiso Rabada has been suspended from the IPL 2025 season for a violation concerning the consumption of a prohibited substance.
01 May 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)Presenting bowlers with most four-plus wicket hauls in IPL
Punjab Kings knocked Chennai Super Kings out of playoff contention in IPL 2025 with a crucial four-wicket win.
25 Apr 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)Decoding fastest pacers to reach 50 IPL wickets
In Match 42 of IPL 2025, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru claimed their first home win, defeating the Rajasthan Royals by 11 runs.
18 Apr 2025
Gujarat TitansGT hopeful of Kagiso Rabada's return and Rashid Khan's resurgence
Gujarat Titans's assistant coach, Aashish Kapoor, has expressed optimism over the potential return of Kagiso Rabada and the revival of Rashid Khan's form.
12 Apr 2025
Glenn PhillipsGT's Glenn Phillips ruled out of IPL 2025: Details
New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips has been ruled out of the rest of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) with a groin injury.
01 Apr 2025
Josh HazlewoodIPL 2025: Key player battles to watch in RCB-GT encounter
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to host Gujarat Titans in the 2025 Indian Premier League season on April 2.
25 Mar 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)PBKS record their highest first-innings total in IPL: Key stats
In a thrilling encounter IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Punjab Kings (PBKS) set a new record by posting a mammoth 243 runs against Gujarat Titans.
24 Mar 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings: Key player battles
The fifth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will see Gujarat Titans host Punjab Kings.
19 Mar 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2025, GT: Squad analysis, schedule, Probable XI, and more
Gujarat Titans (GT) have become a force to reckon with in the Indian Premier League (IPL). They won the title on their first attempt, in 2022.
17 Mar 2025
Dale SteynDale Steyn hails Bumrah, Rabada as complete bowlers in T20s
Former South African pacer Dale Steyn has praised Jasprit Bumrah and Kagiso Rabada as the best of the best when it comes to bowling in T20 cricket.
05 Mar 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamKagiso Rabada completes 50 ODI wickets in Asia: Key stats
Kagiso Rabada has completed 50 ODI wickets on Asian soil.
02 Mar 2025
Anil KumbleAnil Kumble lauds South Africa's bowling attack in Champions Trophy
Former Indian cricket team captain and coach Anil Kumble has lauded South Africa's pace trio of Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, and Lungi Ngidi.
28 Feb 2025
ICC Champions TrophySouth Africa vs England in Champions Trophy: Key player battles
England will be up against South Africa in the final Group B match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
24 Feb 2025
ICC Champions TrophyAustralia vs South Africa, Champions Trophy: Decoding key player battles
Australia will take on South Africa in the seventh match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
21 Feb 2025
Lungi NgidiChampions Trophy: Rabada claims three-fer in SA's win over Afghanistan
South Africa have started their 2025 Champions Trophy campaign on a high note, thrashing Afghanistan by 107 runs.
13 Feb 2025
ICC Champions TrophyJP Duminy anticipates India-South Africa final in Champions Trophy
Former South African cricketer JP Duminy is looking forward to a potential rematch between India and South Africa in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
11 Feb 2025
ICC Champions TrophyICC Champions Trophy 2025: Analyzing South Africa's strengths and weaknesses
Team South Africa, a powerhouse in international cricket, is all set for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
22 Jan 2025
International Cricket Council (ICC)Jasprit Bumrah retains top spot in ICC Test Rankings
Star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has retained his top spot in the latest ICC Test Bowling Rankings.
08 Jan 2025
Keshav MaharajKeshav Maharaj confident of South Africa's victory in WTC
South African cricketer Keshav Maharaj has backed the team to win the World Test Championship (WTC) title 2023/25.
07 Jan 2025
Test CricketA look at bowlers with 50-plus Test wickets at Newlands
South Africa beat Pakistan in the 2nd and final Test in Cape Town to win the series 2-0.
07 Jan 2025
South Africa Cricket TeamWTC final: Rabada confident of South Africa's chances against Australia
South Africa's star pacer Kagiso Rabada is confident that his team will be able to defeat Australia in the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final.
04 Jan 2025
Temba BavumaPakistan suffer on Day 2 of 2nd Test versus SA
South Africa's Ryan Rickelton put up a stellar show on the second day of the final Test against Pakistan at Newlands.
30 Dec 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamInstances of tail-enders starring in successful run chases (Tests)
South Africa booked a place in the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25, after defeating Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test.
30 Dec 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamInstances of teams winning after this collapse in Test cricket
South Africa defeated Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test match to book a spot in the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25.
29 Dec 2024
ICC World Test ChampionshipSouth Africa earn WTC final berth: Decoding the standings
South Africa have booked its berth in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final after a brilliant win over Pakistan in Centurion.
29 Dec 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSouth Africa beat Pakistan in 1st Test, enter WTC final
South Africa have entered the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 to be held in June 11-15 at Lord's, London.
28 Dec 2024
Aiden MarkramSouth Africa vs Pakistan first Test set for thrilling finish
The first Test between Pakistan and South Africa at Centurion is heading toward an exciting finish.
25 Dec 2024
Jasprit BumrahBumrah equals Ashwin's record in ICC Test Rankings for Bowlers
India's fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has equaled a national record in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's Test Bowling Rankings.
20 Dec 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSouth Africa's Baartman ruled out of 3rd ODI against Pakistan
South African cricketer Ottneil Baartman has been ruled out of the upcoming third One Day International (ODI) against Pakistan due to a right knee issue.
12 Dec 2024
Heinrich KlaasenHere's the ODI squad of South Africa for Pakistan series
South Africa have announced a strong squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan.
08 Dec 2024
Dimuth KarunaratneRabada dismisses Karunaratne four successive times in 2-match Test series
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada was all over Sri Lankan opener Dimuth Karunaratne in the two-match Test series.
30 Nov 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamBest match figures for South Africa vs Sri Lanka (Tests)
Marco Jansen was superb in the first Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka at Kingsmead, Durban.
30 Nov 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamAll-round South Africa blow Sri Lanka away in Durban Test
South Africa thrashed visitors Sri Lanka in the first Test of the two-match series.
30 Nov 2024
Dimuth KarunaratneKagiso Rabada vs Dimuth Karunaratne in Test cricket: Key stats
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada got the wicket of Sri Lankan opener Dimuth Karunaratne twice in the first Test match at Kingsmead, Durban.
24 Nov 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2025 auction: GT acquire Kagiso Rabada for ₹10.75 crore
Gujarat Titans have acquired South Africa's premier pacer Kagiso Rabada in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
19 Nov 2024
Temba BavumaBavuma returns for South Africa's home Tests against Sri Lanka
South Africa's Test captain Temba Bavuma has made a successful recovery from an elbow injury and will lead the side in their upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
01 Nov 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamKagiso Rabada praises South Africa's batting after Test series win
South African cricketer Kagiso Rabada has lauded his team's improved batting performance after they clinched the two-Test series against Bangladesh.
01 Nov 2024
Keshav MaharajThese South African bowlers own multiple Test fifers versus Bangladesh
South African speedster Kagiso Rabada showcased his bowling prowess by taking a match-winning five-wicket haul in the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram.
31 Oct 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)Decoding list of top players released by IPL franchises
The franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL) submitted their final list of retained players ahead of the October 31 deadline.
31 Oct 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSA rout Bangladesh 2-0 with innings win in Chattogram: Stats
South Africa completed a 2-0 Test series sweep over Bangladesh after beating them in the final Test in Chattogram.
31 Oct 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamKagiso Rabada bags 16th fifer after becoming top-ranked Test bowler
Once again, South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has shown his class, as he took a five-wicket haul in the ongoing 2nd Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram.
30 Oct 2024
Jasprit BumrahKagiso Rabada displaces Jasprit Bumrah as top-ranked ICC Test bowler
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has regained his position as the top-ranked Test bowler, according to the latest ICC Men's Test Player Rankings.
25 Oct 2024
Rohit SharmaDecoding Rohit Sharma's struggles versus Tim Southee in international cricket
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's performance in the second Test match against New Zealand was a huge disappointment for fans who had high hopes.
24 Oct 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSouth Africa climb to 4th in WTC 2023-25 standings: Details
South Africa have climbed to the fourth spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 standings after defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets in the first Test on Thursday.
24 Oct 2024
Mehidy HasanMehidy Hasan Miraz becomes Bangladesh's highest run-scorer in 2024 (Tests)
Mehidy Hasan Miraz has become Bangladesh's highest run-scorer in 2024 (Tests).
24 Oct 2024
Test CricketKagiso Rabada guides SA to victory over Bangladesh, breaks records
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada was at his best in the first Test against Bangladesh on Thursday.
24 Oct 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSA claim their first Test victory in Asia since 2014
South Africa beat Bangladesh in the 1st Test at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.
21 Oct 2024
Taijul IslamTaijul Islam becomes second Bangladesh bowler to 200 Test wickets
Taijul Islam has written his name in the history of Bangladeshi cricket, by becoming the fastest player from his country to take 200 wickets in Test cricket.
21 Oct 2024
Bangladesh Cricket TeamDhaka Test: Bangladesh bowled out; SA lose six wickets
South Africa majorly dominated a low-scoring Day 1 of the 1st Test against Bangladesh at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.
