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Kagiso Rabada has once again etched his name into Lord's cricket folklore, claiming magnificent figures of 5-51 against Australia in the ongoing 2025 WTC Final
This remarkable performance marks his second entry on the prestigious Honours Board, following his 5-52 against England in 2022. Rabada's five-wicket haul helped bowl Australia out for 212, giving South Africa a crucial advantage in their maiden WTC Final.
How A Bowlers Enters The Lord's Honours Board?
The Lord's Honours Board represents cricket's one of the most coveted individual recognition at the 'Home of Cricket.' To earn a place on this prestigious board, bowlers must claim five wickets in an innings or ten wickets in a match.
For South African cricket, this achievement spans over a century, with 14 entries from 12 different bowlers showcasing the nation's rich bowling heritage.
Early Pioneers And Golden Era Of South African Bowling
South Africa's relationship with Lord's Honours Board began in 1907 when A.E.E. Vogler became the first South African to etch his name with remarkable figures of 7-128.
The early 20th century saw consistent representation with S.J. Pegler (1912), A.J. Bell (1929), and X.C. Balaskas (1935).
The 1940s and 1950s marked a golden era for South African bowling at Lord's. L. Tuckett (1947), G.W.A. Chubb (1951), P.S. Heine (1955), and H.J. Tayfield (1955) all secured their places during this period.
This established South Africa as a formidable bowling force at cricket's most iconic venue.
Modern Era Excellence
After decades of isolation, South Africa's return to international cricket brought renewed success at Lord's.
Allan Donald emerged as the standout performer with two entries - first in 1994 (5-74) and again in 1998 (5-32), cementing his status as one of cricket's greatest fast bowlers.
The new millennium witnessed Makhaya Ntini's extraordinary achievement in 2003. He claimed 10 wickets for 220 runs across the match - the only South African to achieve a ten-wicket match haul at Lord's.
Vernon Philander followed with exceptional figures of 5-30 in 2012.
Rabada's Love For The Lord's Honours Board
Kagiso Rabada has become the most recent South African to grace the Honours Board, achieving this feat twice.
His first entry came in 2022 with figures of 5-52 against England during South Africa's dominant victory.
Remarkably, he added a second entry on June 11, 2025, taking 5-51 in the WTC Final against Australia. This achievement made him the second South African bowler to appear twice on the board.
Complete List Of South African Bowlers On Lord's Honours Board
| Year | Bowler | Opponent | Figures |
| 1907 | A.E.E. Vogler | England | 7-128 |
| 1912 | S.J. Pegler | England | 7-65 |
| 1929 | A.J. Bell | England | 6-99 |
| 1935 | X.C. Balaskas | England | 5-49 |
| 1947 | L. Tuckett | England | 5-115 |
| 1951 | G.W.A. Chubb | England | 5-77 |
| 1955 | P.S. Heine | England | 5-60 |
| 1955 | H.J. Tayfield | England | 5-80 |
| 1994 | A.A. Donald | England | 5-74 |
| 1998 | A.A. Donald | England | 5-32 |
| 2003 | M. Ntini | England | 10-220 |
| 2012 | V.D. Philander | England | 5-30 |
| 2022 | K. Rabada | England | 5-52 |
| 2025 | K. Rabada | Australia | 5-51 |
Legacy And Future
With 14 entries spanning 118 years, South African bowlers have established an unmatched legacy at Lord's.
From Vogler's pioneering effort to Rabada's recent achievement, the Proteas have consistently delivered memorable performances at cricket's most prestigious venue.
This rich heritage continues to inspire new generations, ensuring South Africa's bowling excellence at Lord's remains a tradition that transcends eras.
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