One of the most fierce bowlers Kagiso Rabada (X.com/@ICC)
South African speedster, Kagiso Rabada, has firmly established himself as one of the leading fast bowlers in international cricket. Born in Johannesburg in 1995, Rabada's journey to cricket stardom began at a young age. His quick rise in the sport is marked by his raw pace, skillful ball movement, and a fierce competitive spirit.
Rabada is a genuine quick who regularly bowls in the 140-150kph range and knows how to set up batters. The youngster quickly established himself as the leader of South Africa's attack in the late 2010s, living up to the hype he generated as a teen prodigy.
Kagiso Rabada Career Stats​
Kagiso Rabada's international debut in 2014 was just the beginning of what would become a series of impressive performances on the world stage. Known for his ability to consistently deliver high-speed deliveries, often clocking over 140 km/h, he has the remarkable talent of outwitting batsmen with speed, bounce, and late swing. The right-arm quick continues to be a vital asset to his team and an inspiration to aspiring cricketers worldwide.
| Category | Tests | ODIs | T20Is | IPL |
| Matches | 71 | 106 | 65 | 84 |
| Wickets | 336 | 168 | 71 | 119 |
| Best Bowling (Inns) | 7/112 | 6/16 | 3/18 | 4/21 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 13/144 | 6/16 | 3/18 | 4/21 |
| Economy | 3.34 | 5.08 | 8.3 | 8.62 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 10-Wicket Hauls | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kagiso Rabada T20 Stats
| Category | Stat |
| Matches | 65 |
| Wickets | 71 |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 3/18 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 3/18 |
| Economy | 8.3 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
| 10-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Stats
| Category | Stat |
| Matches | 84 |
| Wickets | 119 |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 4/21 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 4/21 |
| Economy | 8.62 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
| 10-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
Kagiso Rabada ODI Stats
| Category | Stat |
| Matches | 106 |
| Wickets | 168 |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 6/16 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 6/16 |
| Economy | 5.08 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 2 |
| 10-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
Kagiso Rabada Test Stats
| Category | Stats |
| Matches | 71 |
| Wickets | 336 |
| Best Bowling (Inns) | 7/112 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 13/144 |
| Economy | 3.34 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 17 |
| 10-Wicket Hauls | 4 |
FAQs - Kagiso Rabada Stats
Q.1. How fast is Kagiso Rabada?
Ans. Kagiso Rabada is known for consistently bowling above 140 kmph, often reaching speeds between 140-150 kmph. His fastest delivery clocked in at 154.23 kmph during the 2020 Indian Premier League.
Q.2. Is Kagiso Rabada a legend?
Ans. Kagiso Rabada is widely considered a great bowler and a potential legend in the making. He has impressed one and all with his fierce bowling and knack of taking big wickets.
Q.3. How many four-wicket hauls has Kagiso Rabada taken in his Tata IPL career?
Ans. In the Indian Premier League, Kagiso Rabada has taken 6 four-wicket hauls. However, he could never convert any in a five-fer.
Q.4. Why is Kagiso Rabada not playing IPL 2025?
Ans. A statement issued by the South African Institute for Drug Free Sports (SAIDS) confirmed Rabada had failed a doping test on January 21, after the match between MI Cape Town and Durban Super Giants, and he was notified of the result on April 1, when he was in India for IPL 2025. Post this, Rabada went back to South Africa and couldn’t participate in the rest of the tournament.
