Kagiso Rabada

South Africa

Born May 25, 1995
Birth Place Johannesburg
Height -
Role Bowler
Batting Style Left-Hand Bat
Bowling Style Right-Arm Fast
ICC Rankings
TEST ODI T20
Batting - - -
Bowling - - -
Career Information
Teams

South Africa,LIONS,PBKS,DC,Gauteng,GTG U-19s,Stars,Kent,MI Cape Town,New York,SA A,SA Colts XI,S Africa U19,SA Schools,St Stithians

Batting Career Summary
M Inn NO Runs HS Avg BF SR 100 50 4s 6s
TEST 62 96 17 905 47 11.45 1861 48.62 0 0 115 16
ODIs 101 42 18 360 31* 15 450 80 0 0 26 11
T20Is 56 21 14 147 22 21 134 109.7 0 0 12 5
FC 82 118 20 1129 48* 11.52 2279 49.53 0 0 146 20
ListA 119 52 21 409 31* 13.19 522 78.35 0 0 32 11
T20s 200 75 35 436 44 10.9 411 106.08 0 0 38 14
Bowling Career Summary
M Inn B Runs Wkts BBI BBM Econ Avg SR 5W 10W
TEST 62 112 11416 6419 291 7/112 13/144 3.37 22.05 39.2 14 4
ODIs 101 99 5171 4361 157 6/16 6/16 5.06 27.77 32.9 2 0
T20Is 56 56 1207 1733 58 3/20 3/20 8.61 29.87 20.8 0 0
FC 82 149 15364 8331 366 9/33 14/105 3.25 22.76 41.9 17 5
ListA 119 116 6079 5208 178 6/16 6/16 5.14 29.25 34.1 2 0
T20s 200 198 4405 5965 251 4/21 4/21 8.12 23.76 17.5 0 0

Kagiso Rabada is a fearsome South African fast bowler known for his raw pace, accuracy, and aggressive bowling style. Here's a breakdown of his cricketing journey:

  • Playing Style: Right-handed batsman, Right-arm fast bowler
  • IPL Debut: 2017 (for Delhi Capitals)
  • IPL Team (2024): Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Dominating Presence in IPL:

Rabada has been a force to be reckoned with in the IPL since his debut. He initially played for Delhi Capitals, where he quickly established himself as a vital part of their bowling attack. Notably, he won the prestigious Purple Cap (most wickets in a season) in the 2020 IPL.

Transition to Punjab Kings:

In the 2022 mega-auction, Rabada was picked up by the Punjab Kings. He has transitioned seamlessly, becoming their leading wicket-taker in the 2022 season with 23 wickets in 13 matches.

Strengths and Impact:

  • Rabada's ability to swing the new ball and bowl searing yorkers makes him a nightmare for batsmen.
  • He thrives in seam-friendly conditions, especially at Punjab Kings' home grounds in Mohali and Dharamshala.
  • With his experience and leadership qualities, Rabada is expected to continue spearheading the Punjab Kings bowling attack in IPL 2024.