Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada
Nationality: South Africa
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Date of Birth: 1995-05-25 Age: 29
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Kagiso Rabada, widely regarded as one of the most talented pace bowlers in international cricket, was born on May 25, 1995, in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Standing at an impressive height of 6 feet 2 inches, Rabada has made a name for himself with his fiery pace and ability to consistently trouble batsmen.

Rabada burst onto the scene during the 2014 Under-19 World Cup, where he announced his arrival with a breathtaking performance in the semi-final against Australia.
The young prodigy claimed figures of 6 for 25, helping South Africa secure victory and clinch their first-ever Under-19 World Cup title.
Rabada's exceptional display earned him recognition and he finished the tournament as South Africa's leading wicket-taker.

Following his successful Under-19 campaign, Rabada quickly rose through the ranks and was awarded a franchise contract with the Lions in early 2014.
He wasted no time in dazzling the cricket fraternity with his skills, earning national call-ups in both ODI and Test squads within months of his domestic debut.
Rabada made his T20I debut against Australia in Adelaide in November 2014, marking the beginning of his international career.

The year 2015 proved to be a breakthrough year for Rabada, as he showcased his prowess in the longer format of the game.
He broke Dale Steyn's record for the best bowling figures in a first-class match, taking an astonishing 14 for 105.
This feat highlighted Rabada's ability to thrive under pressure and marked him as a rising star in South African cricket.
He finished the season as the third-highest wicket-taker in the Sunfoil Series.

Rabada's impressive performances earned him a place in the national squad for the tour of Bangladesh in 2015.
In his ODI debut, he became only the second player in history to claim a hat-trick, finishing with figures of 6 for 16, the best ever by a debutant.
He further showcased his prowess on a tour to India, leading the ODI wicket-takers' list alongside Dale Steyn.
Rabada's consistency and skill on difficult pitches solidified his position in the team.

Throughout his career, Rabada has faced numerous challenges, including injuries to key bowlers like Morne Morkel, Steyn, and Philander.
However, he has continued to display resilience and adaptability, making significant contributions to the team's success.
In a home series against England, Rabada stepped up in the absence of Steyn and Philander, becoming the youngest South African to take 10 wickets in a match, finishing with figures of 13 for 144.

Rabada's workload has been demanding, participating in numerous matches and tours against top cricketing nations.
He was a key figure in the South African attack during the 2016 World T20 in India and has consistently performed at a high level in various formats of the game.
Although Rabada had the opportunity to play in the IPL, he chose to sign a county deal with Kent, showcasing his commitment to honing his skills and gaining experience in different conditions.

Off the field, Rabada is known for his humility and down-to-earth nature.
Despite his immense success at a young age, he remains grounded and focused on improving his game.
Rabada's passion for cricket is evident in his hard work and dedication, and he continues to be an inspiration for aspiring cricketers in South Africa and around the world.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
FC 35 58 11 548 47 9.45 976 56.15 0 0 12 67
T20 77 49 21 249 25 5.08 222 112.16 0 0 10 21
ODI 38 26 9 276 31 10.62 313 88.18 0 0 10 21
T20I 27 21 13 151 22 7.19 133 113.53 0 0 5 14

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
FC 35 63 159 3600 1071.9 22.64 3.36 24 148 14 7 0
T20 133 134 189 3983 494.1 21.07 8.06 108 15 8 0 0
ODI 63 63 148 2804 546.9 18.95 5.13 134 28 3 2 1
T20I 47 47 47 1385 165.5 29.47 8.37 49 6 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-03-29
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Gujarat Titans
196/8 (20)
Mumbai Indians
160/6 (20)
Gujarat Titans won by 36 runs
Player of the Match
Prasidh Krishna
Regular Season, 5th Match, Indian Premier League - March 25, 2025
Gujarat Titans
232/5 (20)
Punjab Kings
243/5 (20)
Punjab Kings won by 11 runs
Player of the Match
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Play Offs, Semi Final, ICC Champions Trophy - March 5, 2025
New Zealand
362/6 (50)
South Africa
312/9 (50)
New Zealand won by 50 runs
Player of the Match
Rachin Ravindra
Group B, 11th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - March 1, 2025
South Africa
181/3 (29.1)
England
179/10 (38.2)
South Africa won by 7 wickets (with 125 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Marco Jansen
Group B, 3rd Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 21, 2025
Afghanistan
208/10 (43.4)
South Africa
315/6 (50)
South Africa won by 107 runs
Player of the Match
Ryan Rickelton
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 3rd ODI, One Day International - December 22, 2024
South Africa
271/10 (42)
Pakistan
308/9 (47)
Pakistan won by 36 runs (D/L method)
Player of the Match
Saim Ayub
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 1st ODI, One Day International - December 17, 2024
South Africa
239/9 (50)
Pakistan
242/7 (49.3)
Pakistan won by 3 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Agha Salman
Play Offs, Final, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 29, 2024
South Africa
169/8 (20)
India
176/7 (20)
India won by 7 runs
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli
Play Offs, Semi Final, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 27, 2024
South Africa
60/1 (8.5)
Afghanistan
56/10 (11.5)
South Africa won by 9 wickets (with 67 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Marco Jansen
Super 8 Group 2, 50th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup - June 24, 2024
West Indies
135/8 (20)
South Africa
124/7 (16.1)
South Africa won by 3 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Tabraiz Shamsi

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