Rabada’s Milestone in South Africa’s Bowling Legacy Kagiso Rabada, on October 21, 2023, became the third-fastest South African to take 300 wickets in Test cricket. He achieved this feat during the first Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka, dismissing Mushfiqur Rahim with a sensational delivery. Rabada reached the milestone in just 65 matches, following legends Dale Steyn and Allan Donald.
Contribution to South Africa’s Bowling Lineup Rabada’s 300 wickets cement his place alongside South African greats such as Steyn, Pollock, and Ntini. Notably, Steyn leads the wicket chart for South Africa with 439 wickets from 93 matches, followed by Shaun Pollock with 421. Rabada’s achievement places him sixth overall among South African bowlers, solidifying his reputation as one of the finest modern pacers.
Remarkable Form Throughout Career Rabada debuted against India in 2015 and quickly rose to prominence. Some of his career highlights include his 2016 performance against England, where he took 13 wickets in Centurion, and his 2018 achievement of becoming the youngest bowler to top the ICC rankings at just 22. His exceptional reverse swing, versatility in various conditions, and ability to deliver short balls with deadly accuracy have made him a formidable bowler in Test cricket.
Ongoing Series Rabada’s remarkable performance comes amid South Africa’s two-Test series against Bangladesh, where South Africa’s bowling attack, led by Rabada and Wiaan Mulder, dominated early on Day 1. The series continues as Rabada remains a key player for South Africa’s bowling unit.