Marco Jansen is having a dream Test match in Gqeberha, and his heroics have now put South Africa on the brink of a famous win over Australia. After rain spoiled the first two days of the ongoing second Test, full-day cricket resumed on day three, with Jansen making headlines since. Firstly, for his incredible game-saving stand with his captain, Temba Bavuma, for the seventh wicket, and then for his magical bowling spell early on the fourth day to help the Proteas dismiss Australia for 99. His bowling partners Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer contributed two wickets each after South Africa enforced the follow-on.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sunil-gavaskar-hardik-pandya-irreplaceable-team-india-replacement-1792325273165">SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Steve Smith crosses 11,000 runs but Australia all out for 99 in 1st innings</a> &nbsp;Australia were 156/4 at stumps on day four after being asked to bat again, trailing by 170 runs with six wickets and one full day of cricket left. For the visitors, Steve Smith top-scored (28) in the first innings but did not come out to bat after the fall of the second wicket in the second innings. A blow to his head in the first innings could have pushed him further down the order, with Australia losing Matt Renshaw and Beau Webster in the quest to save this rain-hit Test match. &nbsp;Aussie opener Travis Head has fortunately found form for the visitors, batting on an unbeaten 87 off 138 balls, hitting nine fours. Scott Boland, who picked up five wickets in the first innings, is at the other end, similarly to how he walked in as the nightwatchman just before stumps on day three.<h3>4 Wickets and Counting for Rabada</h3>Making his comeback to the Test side for the first time in a year, Kagiso Rabada has picked four wickets so far in two innings. He accounted for Maddinson in both innings and dismissed Australia’s best batter in the Durban Test, Matt Renshaw, for 11 bowled on day four.&nbsp;Read more| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2nd-test-temba-bavuma-sachin-tendulkar-inspiration-179-1792589041772">SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Temba Bavuma reveals 'Tendulkar inspiration' behind career-best 179</a> &nbsp;Wiaan Mulder was also among the wickets in the first innings, including Smith, whom he bowled through the gate for 28. Although his status remains unclear as the last day approaches, Australia will rely on Smith to bail them out of trouble.

Marco Jansen's five-wicket haul and Kagiso Rabada's strikes put South Africa on the brink of a famous win over Australia in the 2nd Test at Gqeberha.

Marco Jansen is having a dream Test match in Gqeberha, and his heroics have now put South Africa on the brink of a famous win over Australia. After rain spoiled the first two days of the ongoing second Test, full-day cricket resumed on day three, with Jansen making headlines since. Firstly, for his incredible game-saving stand with his captain, Temba Bavuma, for the seventh wicket, and then for his magical bowling spell early on the fourth day to help the Proteas dismiss Australia for 99. His bowling partners Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer contributed two wickets each after South Africa enforced the follow-on. Also read| SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Steve Smith crosses 11,000 runs but Australia all out for 99 in 1st innings Australia were 156/4 at stumps on day four after being asked to bat again, trailing by 170 runs with six wickets and one full day of cricket left. For the visitors, Steve Smith top-scored (28) in the first innings but did not come out to bat after the fall of the second wicket in the second innings. A blow to his head in the first innings could have pushed him further down the order, with Australia losing Matt Renshaw and Beau Webster in the quest to save this rain-hit Test match. Aussie opener Travis Head has fortunately found form for the visitors, batting on an unbeaten 87 off 138 balls, hitting nine fours. Scott Boland, who picked up five wickets in the first innings, is at the other end, similarly to how he walked in as the nightwatchman just before stumps on day three. 4 Wickets and Counting for Rabada Making his comeback to the Test side for the first time in a year, Kagiso Rabada has picked four wickets so far in two innings. He accounted for Maddinson in both innings and dismissed Australia’s best batter in the Durban Test, Matt Renshaw, for 11 bowled on day four. Read more| SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Temba Bavuma reveals 'Tendulkar inspiration' behind career-best 179 Wiaan Mulder was also among the wickets in the first innings, including Smith, whom he bowled through the gate for 28. Although his status remains unclear as the last day approaches, Australia will rely on Smith to bail them out of trouble.

Marco Jansen's five-wicket haul and Kagiso Rabada's strikes put South Africa on the brink of a famous win over Australia in the 2nd Test at Gqeberha.

SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Jansen’s five-for and Rabada put South Africa on brink of famous win

Rain has delayed the start of the second Test between South Africa and Australia at St George's Park in Gqeberha on Sunday (Oct 18). Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to field first, with the two captains making at least one change to their playing XI. While Cummins has benched off-spinner Nathan Lyon for Scott Boland, Proteas captain Temba Bavuma confirmed three changes, including Kagiso Rabada’s inclusion. Marques Ackerman debuts for the hosts, while ODI mainstay Matthew Breetzke also returns to the Test side. Among those who miss out are Kyle Verreynne, Keshav Maharaj, and Tristan Stubbs.<h3>Playing XIs of both teams –</h3>South Africa: Aiden Markram, Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Temba Bavuma (captain), Matthew Breetzke, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje &nbsp;Australia: Nic Maddinson, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (wk), Beau Webster, Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Scott Boland&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/brendan-taylor-overtakes-andy-flower-to-become-zimbabwe-s-leading-odi-run-scorer-1792298464919">Brendan Taylor overtakes Andy Flower to become Zimbabwe’s leading ODI run-scorer</a><h3>Here is what the two captains said at the toss –</h3>Pat Cummins, Australia captain – “We're going to have a bowl. Obviously, a little bit of clouds about, a bit of weather, and the pitch looks pretty good, so have the first crack at it.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Yeah, just one change (on team changes). Nathan Lyon comes out, and Scotty Boland comes in. I think partly conditions, and Scotty Boland has been incredible whenever he's played Test cricket. So felt like it aligned this week and was the right time to insert him.&nbsp; &nbsp;“It was a great win last week, but I think there's still some areas that we weren't ruthless enough in. So that's been a lot of the conversation this week. Different conditions, obviously, a couple of changes for the South African side as well. So got to be right on from this first morning.&nbsp; &nbsp;“So, we're in a great position, 1–0 up. We're desperately going to give it our best shot,” he said. &nbsp;Temba Bavuma, South Africa captain – “Yeah, look, I mean, we were a little bit undecided, but that being said, the decision has been made on our behalf. Probably going to be tougher in the morning. Overhead conditions look quite moist, the wicket, but we'll have to fight it out the first session and then set it up for the guys to come in and put a competitive score.&nbsp; &nbsp;“We've got three changes. We've got a debutant, Ackerman, Breetzke as well; he comes into the team, and then obviously Kagiso Rabada. From a bowling perspective, we've got the one spinner - Simon Harmer. Keshav misses out. We've got Kyle Verreynne; he misses out. And Stubbs,” Bavuma continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, the weather forecast suggests rain interruption on the first two days of the second Test.&nbsp; &nbsp;Australia won the series opener in Durban by 214 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in this three-match series.

Rain delays the start of the SA vs AUS 2nd Test in Gqeberha. Pat Cummins elects to field as Scott Boland comes in for Nathan Lyon and Kagiso Rabada returns for South Africa. Read the full toss updates and playing XIs.

Rain has delayed the start of the second Test between South Africa and Australia at St George's Park in Gqeberha on Sunday (Oct 18). Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to field first, with the two captains making at least one change to their playing XI. While Cummins has benched off-spinner Nathan Lyon for Scott Boland, Proteas captain Temba Bavuma confirmed three changes, including Kagiso Rabada’s inclusion. Marques Ackerman debuts for the hosts, while ODI mainstay Matthew Breetzke also returns to the Test side. Among those who miss out are Kyle Verreynne, Keshav Maharaj, and Tristan Stubbs. Playing XIs of both teams – South Africa: Aiden Markram, Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Temba Bavuma (captain), Matthew Breetzke, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje Australia: Nic Maddinson, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (wk), Beau Webster, Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Scott Boland Also read| Brendan Taylor overtakes Andy Flower to become Zimbabwe’s leading ODI run-scorer Here is what the two captains said at the toss – Pat Cummins, Australia captain – “We're going to have a bowl. Obviously, a little bit of clouds about, a bit of weather, and the pitch looks pretty good, so have the first crack at it. “Yeah, just one change (on team changes). Nathan Lyon comes out, and Scotty Boland comes in. I think partly conditions, and Scotty Boland has been incredible whenever he's played Test cricket. So felt like it aligned this week and was the right time to insert him. “It was a great win last week, but I think there's still some areas that we weren't ruthless enough in. So that's been a lot of the conversation this week. Different conditions, obviously, a couple of changes for the South African side as well. So got to be right on from this first morning. “So, we're in a great position, 1–0 up. We're desperately going to give it our best shot,” he said. Temba Bavuma, South Africa captain – “Yeah, look, I mean, we were a little bit undecided, but that being said, the decision has been made on our behalf. Probably going to be tougher in the morning. Overhead conditions look quite moist, the wicket, but we'll have to fight it out the first session and then set it up for the guys to come in and put a competitive score. “We've got three changes. We've got a debutant, Ackerman, Breetzke as well; he comes into the team, and then obviously Kagiso Rabada. From a bowling perspective, we've got the one spinner - Simon Harmer. Keshav misses out. We've got Kyle Verreynne; he misses out. And Stubbs,” Bavuma continued. Meanwhile, the weather forecast suggests rain interruption on the first two days of the second Test. Australia won the series opener in Durban by 214 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in this three-match series.

Rain delays the start of the SA vs AUS 2nd Test in Gqeberha. Pat Cummins elects to field as Scott Boland comes in for Nathan Lyon and Kagiso Rabada returns for South Africa. Read the full toss updates and playing XIs.

SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Rain delays start as Rabada returns; Boland replaces Lyon for Australia

In a massive boost to South Africa, their ace seamer Kagiso Rabada is set to return to the playing XI for the second Test against Australia starting at St George's Park on Sunday (Oct 18), team captain Temba Bavuma said. Rabada missed the series opener in Durban, which the hosts lost by 214 runs, but trained with the team as he completed his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury. &nbsp;With rain set to spoil the first two days, both captains Bavuma and Pat Cummins have deferred from finalising their playing XIs until match day. Bavuma, however, said that Rabada was ‘raring to go’ against his favourite Test opponent in his preferred format.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shubman-gill-personal-net-bowlers-new-zealand-tour-1792240523647">Shubman Gill to pay out of pocket for personal net bowlers for New Zealand tour: Report</a> &nbsp;Against Australia in Tests, Rabada has picked up 58 wickets at 21.39 in 11 outings, including nine wickets in the crucial World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s in June 2025.&nbsp;

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His absence proved vital in the series opener despite express pace Anrich Nortje’s return, who also impressed, as Australian batters enjoyed scoring runs against the Proteas quicks. &nbsp;"The bowlers feed massively off him," said Bavuma. "There's an aura and a lot of belief in KG (Rabada), and that rubs off on the other players." &nbsp;Bavuma also indicated more changes to the playing XI for the must-win game in Gqeberha, with ODI performer Matthew Breetzke and uncapped Marques Ackerman likely to be included in the playing XI alongside Rabada. The hosts have dropped Tristan Stubbs for the second Test, with Ryan Rickelton asked to keep wickets and bat lower down the order in the second Test. &nbsp;"The first innings was where we fell short," he said. “To concede a lead like that on a wicket like that was rather criminal.”<h3>Changes in AUS’s XI for Second Test</h3>The visitors landed the first blow in this three-match Test series, courtesy of Matt Renshaw’s wonder outings at Kingsmead. With his team reeling at 124/6 at one stage, Renshaw powered Australia to 390 with his career-best 190 in the first innings. The left-hander scored 82 in the second innings to keep Australia’s nose in front, and eventually helped them win the Test match. &nbsp;Amid talks around promoting Renshaw up the order, considering he usually opens in red-ball cricket, Cummins revealed that Renshaw is happy to occupy the number five spot. &nbsp;"He just said, 'yep, no worries, whatever the team needs',” Cummins said. &nbsp;While Nic Maddinson is likely to retain his place at the top alongside another makeshift opener Travis Head, Cummins said all-rounder Cameron Green was still unready to play after suffering an abdominal injury in the ODI series against South Africa last month. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Josh Inglis, who broke his finger on the Zimbabwe tour, is ‘close’ to being ready and available for selection.

Kagiso Rabada is set to return for South Africa in the 2nd Test against Australia as captain Temba Bavuma signals team changes. Read the full playing XI updates.

In a massive boost to South Africa, their ace seamer Kagiso Rabada is set to return to the playing XI for the second Test against Australia starting at St George's Park on Sunday (Oct 18), team captain Temba Bavuma said. Rabada missed the series opener in Durban, which the hosts lost by 214 runs, but trained with the team as he completed his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury. With rain set to spoil the first two days, both captains Bavuma and Pat Cummins have deferred from finalising their playing XIs until match day. Bavuma, however, said that Rabada was ‘raring to go’ against his favourite Test opponent in his preferred format. Also read| Shubman Gill to pay out of pocket for personal net bowlers for New Zealand tour: Report Against Australia in Tests, Rabada has picked up 58 wickets at 21.39 in 11 outings, including nine wickets in the crucial World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s in June 2025.

Kagiso Rabada is set to return for South Africa in the 2nd Test against Australia as captain Temba Bavuma signals team changes. Read the full playing XI updates.

SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Kagiso Rabada set to return as Bavuma signals team changes

Pat Cummins and Temba Bavuma have updates for their key players ahead of the second Test in Gqeberha. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-beat-south-africa-durban-test-hazlewood-renshaw-bavuma-1791893950555">Australia outclassed South Africa by 214 runs in the first Test</a> in Durban, with Matt Renshaw emerging as the hero for the visitors. The left-handed batter registered his highest Test score (190) in the first innings before scoring a valiant 82 in the second, propelling Australia to sit in the driver’s seat. Bavuma, however, boosted South Africa’s morale with positive news about seamer Kagiso Rabada’s potential comeback to the playing XI for the second Test.<h2>Will Renshaw bat up the order?</h2>Plenty of discussions broke out following Renshaw’s standout performance in Durban, with several experts back home suggesting his promotion in the batting order. Although he made his Test debut as an opener almost a decade ago, Renshaw’s purple patch at number five in the ODIs forced Australia to play him at the same position in the series opener at Kingsmead, where he flourished big time. &nbsp;Considering Australia is also keen on bringing the best of makeshift opener Travis Head, who was a regular middle-order batter in Australia’s XI for the longest time, Cummins hinted at swapping places for the remainder of the series. &nbsp;"Give us a few days; we'll look at the conditions of the next Test. I mean, it's got to be pretty compelling to move Renshaw from there," Cummins said. "But we've seen Travis Head down at No. 5 as well. We're always working out the six batters or seven plus [Alex Carey], and how is that going to function as a whole? So, if anything, I still think he [Renshaw] can be a great opener, and now he's got another string to his bow that he's found this week." &nbsp;Pressing on being flexible with the playing XI, given the conditions, Cummins said, "We're pretty certain that we like Marn [Labuschagne] at No. 3, Smithy at No. 4, and then, the six and seven felt pretty locked up. I think bringing in Maddo (Nic Maddinson), we really like the idea of bringing that flexibility, that unlocks a lot [such as] Trav back to No. 5, Renners down to No. 5, even Maddo himself at five. We haven't had that option [in] the last few years where we feel like we've got plenty of options at the top. &nbsp;"We're very big on that flexibility. I know you're probably sick of us talking about it, but why not next week we have different openers if the conditions take us somewhere different, or swapping out the batting orders between innings. I think having the structure that we do now with a few guys that can open, that's really unlocked that,” he continued.<h3>Rabada set to return for 2nd Test</h3>South Africa played mediocre cricket in Durban, with none of the fast bowlers, barring Anrich Nortje, doing much damage to the Aussies.&nbsp; &nbsp;Rabada, their premier pacer, was left out of the playing XI as he continued to recover from his hamstring injury.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking on his injury update, captain Bavuma said, "'KG' looks good. I think SuperSport (TV) kept showing him on the big screen bowling. He's as bubbly as ever within the changing room.&nbsp; &nbsp;"His non-selection was more from a precautionary point of view given the extra couple of days. So he's got the extra couple of days.&nbsp; &nbsp;"We'll see how he continues to improve. But KG? KG is very good,” he asserted, hinting at Rabada’s return to the side for the second Test, which starts on Sunday (Oct 18).

Australia captain Pat Cummins has addressed Matt Renshaw's batting position after his stellar Durban knock, while Temba Bavuma shares positive news on Kagiso Rabada.

Pat Cummins and Temba Bavuma have updates for their key players ahead of the second Test in Gqeberha. Australia outclassed South Africa by 214 runs in the first Test in Durban, with Matt Renshaw emerging as the hero for the visitors. The left-handed batter registered his highest Test score (190) in the first innings before scoring a valiant 82 in the second, propelling Australia to sit in the driver’s seat. Bavuma, however, boosted South Africa’s morale with positive news about seamer Kagiso Rabada’s potential comeback to the playing XI for the second Test. Will Renshaw bat up the order? Plenty of discussions broke out following Renshaw’s standout performance in Durban, with several experts back home suggesting his promotion in the batting order. Although he made his Test debut as an opener almost a decade ago, Renshaw’s purple patch at number five in the ODIs forced Australia to play him at the same position in the series opener at Kingsmead, where he flourished big time. Considering Australia is also keen on bringing the best of makeshift opener Travis Head, who was a regular middle-order batter in Australia’s XI for the longest time, Cummins hinted at swapping places for the remainder of the series. "Give us a few days; we'll look at the conditions of the next Test. I mean, it's got to be pretty compelling to move Renshaw from there," Cummins said. "But we've seen Travis Head down at No. 5 as well. We're always working out the six batters or seven plus [Alex Carey], and how is that going to function as a whole? So, if anything, I still think he [Renshaw] can be a great opener, and now he's got another string to his bow that he's found this week." Pressing on being flexible with the playing XI, given the conditions, Cummins said, "We're pretty certain that we like Marn [Labuschagne] at No. 3, Smithy at No. 4, and then, the six and seven felt pretty locked up. I think bringing in Maddo (Nic Maddinson), we really like the idea of bringing that flexibility, that unlocks a lot [such as] Trav back to No. 5, Renners down to No. 5, even Maddo himself at five. We haven't had that option [in] the last few years where we feel like we've got plenty of options at the top. "We're very big on that flexibility. I know you're probably sick of us talking about it, but why not next week we have different openers if the conditions take us somewhere different, or swapping out the batting orders between innings. I think having the structure that we do now with a few guys that can open, that's really unlocked that,” he continued. Rabada set to return for 2nd Test South Africa played mediocre cricket in Durban, with none of the fast bowlers, barring Anrich Nortje, doing much damage to the Aussies. Rabada, their premier pacer, was left out of the playing XI as he continued to recover from his hamstring injury. Speaking on his injury update, captain Bavuma said, "'KG' looks good. I think SuperSport (TV) kept showing him on the big screen bowling. He's as bubbly as ever within the changing room. "His non-selection was more from a precautionary point of view given the extra couple of days. So he's got the extra couple of days. "We'll see how he continues to improve. But KG? KG is very good,” he asserted, hinting at Rabada’s return to the side for the second Test, which starts on Sunday (Oct 18).

Australia captain Pat Cummins has addressed Matt Renshaw's batting position after his stellar Durban knock, while Temba Bavuma shares positive news on Kagiso Rabada.

SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Cummins hints at Renshaw order shift as Rabada prepares to return

The ICC World Test Championship holders, South Africa, have announced their playing XI for the first Test against Australia at Kingsmead Stadium on Thursday (Oct 9). The three-match series will begin in Durban before moving to Gqeberha for the second Test and Cape Town for the final match. All three Tests are part of the World Test Championship cycle, making a strong start important for both sides.&nbsp;South Africa will be without pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada, who is still working on his recovery and fitness after an injury. Anrich Nortje, meanwhile, returns to Test cricket for the first time since playing against the West Indies in 2023.&nbsp;Temba Bavuma will captain a balanced South African side that features a mix of experienced players and young talent. Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, David Bedingham and Tristan Stubbs will form the core of the batting unit.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-franchises-provided-a-big-base-sa20-commissioner-graeme-smith-on-league-s-success-1791457688195">‘IPL franchises provided big base’: SA20 commissioner Smith on league’s success</a>&nbsp;Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen provide all-round options, while Kyle Verreynne will keep wicketkeeping duties. The bowling attack includes spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, along with pacers Nortje and Jansen.&nbsp;Rabada has not played competitive cricket at any level since representing Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in May this year.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/you-earned-that-love-messi-s-wife-shares-heartfelt-message-as-football-icon-bids-farewell-to-international-stage-1791451909365">‘You earned that love’: Messi’s wife shares heartfelt message as football icon bids farewell to international stage</a><h3>South Africa playing XI</h3>Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, David Bedingham, Temba Bavuma (C), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj and Anrich Nortje

South Africa have announced their playing XI for the first Test against Australia in Durban, with Anrich Nortje making his return after three years, while Kagiso Rabada misses out due to injury.

The ICC World Test Championship holders, South Africa, have announced their playing XI for the first Test against Australia at Kingsmead Stadium on Thursday (Oct 9). The three-match series will begin in Durban before moving to Gqeberha for the second Test and Cape Town for the final match. All three Tests are part of the World Test Championship cycle, making a strong start important for both sides. South Africa will be without pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada, who is still working on his recovery and fitness after an injury. Anrich Nortje, meanwhile, returns to Test cricket for the first time since playing against the West Indies in 2023. Temba Bavuma will captain a balanced South African side that features a mix of experienced players and young talent. Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, David Bedingham and Tristan Stubbs will form the core of the batting unit. Also Read - ‘IPL franchises provided big base’: SA20 commissioner Smith on league’s success Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen provide all-round options, while Kyle Verreynne will keep wicketkeeping duties. The bowling attack includes spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, along with pacers Nortje and Jansen. Rabada has not played competitive cricket at any level since representing Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in May this year. Also Read - ‘You earned that love’: Messi’s wife shares heartfelt message as football icon bids farewell to international stage South Africa playing XI Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, David Bedingham, Temba Bavuma (C), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj and Anrich Nortje

South Africa have announced their playing XI for the first Test against Australia in Durban, with Anrich Nortje making his return after three years, while Kagiso Rabada misses out due to injury.

South Africa name XI for 1st Test vs Australia, Rabada misses out

South Africa will not rush ace seamer Kagiso Rabada’s return to the Test side. Batting coach Ashwell Prince said the selectors and management will decide on his participation in the series opener against Australia ‘as late as possible’. Rabada hasn’t played any cricket since IPL 2026, which ended in May, and later suffered a hamstring injury during winter training, ruling him out of the three-match ODI series last month. The right-arm pacer was earlier picked in the 18-man preliminary squad for the three Tests, and featured in a two-day intra-squad game on Sunday and Monday.&nbsp;"He (Rabada) came through quite nicely and bowled really well," Prince said in Durban, where the series gets underway on Friday (Oct 9). "He'll continue to be involved in training over the next few days leading up to the match."&nbsp;Although South Africa had earlier planned to pick a final 15 for the Test series, they ultimately retained the expanded squad to keep additional fast-bowling options on hand.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sourav-ganguly-takes-over-as-delhi-capitals-coach-in-exciting-responsibility-1791283259967">Sourav Ganguly takes over as Delhi Capitals coach in ‘exciting responsibility’</a>&nbsp;"From the bowler's point of view, domestically there's T20 cricket going on at the moment, so we feel that they'll be better served here, where they will bowl more red balls in training," Prince said. “And if they're not in the Test lineup, then they can continue bowling during the Test match in the nets, just to get the loads up.”<h2>Lack of Red-Ball Cricket Makes Rabada’s Case Trickier</h2>Kagiso Rabada hasn’t played any Test cricket since touring Pakistan in October last year, later missing the two-Test away series against India with a rib injury. He also hasn’t played any first-class cricket in the meantime. All indications suggest that South Africa would want him 100% ready before unleashing him in the Durban Test against the mighty Aussies.&nbsp;"Fair to say that he's obviously not going to be at 100% straight away, but he is looking good," Prince said. "He will train with the squad for the rest of the week, and we will leave a call to be made as late as possible."&nbsp;For the first time in eight years, Australia has toured South Africa for a Test series, having last toured in 2018, when the infamous Sandpapergate scandal occurred. The two teams will also meet for the first time in Tests since their 2025 WTC Final face-off, where the Proteas stood tall, winning their first ICC title since 1998.&nbsp;South Africa are currently second on the 2025-2027 WTC points table, with 10 Tests to play in the ongoing cycle, including eight at home between now and January 2027 and two away in Sri Lanka.

South Africa will make a late call on Kagiso Rabada's fitness for the 1st Test against Australia in Durban as the pacer completes his injury recovery.

South Africa will not rush ace seamer Kagiso Rabada’s return to the Test side. Batting coach Ashwell Prince said the selectors and management will decide on his participation in the series opener against Australia ‘as late as possible’. Rabada hasn’t played any cricket since IPL 2026, which ended in May, and later suffered a hamstring injury during winter training, ruling him out of the three-match ODI series last month. The right-arm pacer was earlier picked in the 18-man preliminary squad for the three Tests, and featured in a two-day intra-squad game on Sunday and Monday. "He (Rabada) came through quite nicely and bowled really well," Prince said in Durban, where the series gets underway on Friday (Oct 9). "He'll continue to be involved in training over the next few days leading up to the match." Although South Africa had earlier planned to pick a final 15 for the Test series, they ultimately retained the expanded squad to keep additional fast-bowling options on hand. Also read| Sourav Ganguly takes over as Delhi Capitals coach in ‘exciting responsibility’ "From the bowler's point of view, domestically there's T20 cricket going on at the moment, so we feel that they'll be better served here, where they will bowl more red balls in training," Prince said. “And if they're not in the Test lineup, then they can continue bowling during the Test match in the nets, just to get the loads up.” Lack of Red-Ball Cricket Makes Rabada’s Case Trickier Kagiso Rabada hasn’t played any Test cricket since touring Pakistan in October last year, later missing the two-Test away series against India with a rib injury. He also hasn’t played any first-class cricket in the meantime. All indications suggest that South Africa would want him 100% ready before unleashing him in the Durban Test against the mighty Aussies. "Fair to say that he's obviously not going to be at 100% straight away, but he is looking good," Prince said. "He will train with the squad for the rest of the week, and we will leave a call to be made as late as possible." For the first time in eight years, Australia has toured South Africa for a Test series, having last toured in 2018, when the infamous Sandpapergate scandal occurred. The two teams will also meet for the first time in Tests since their 2025 WTC Final face-off, where the Proteas stood tall, winning their first ICC title since 1998. South Africa are currently second on the 2025-2027 WTC points table, with 10 Tests to play in the ongoing cycle, including eight at home between now and January 2027 and two away in Sri Lanka.

South Africa will make a late call on Kagiso Rabada's fitness for the 1st Test against Australia in Durban as the pacer completes his injury recovery.

SA vs AUS 2026: South Africa to take call on Rabada’s availability for first Test ‘as late as possible’

In a massive boost for South Africa, their pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada has been included in the 18-man preliminary squad for the three-match Test series against Australia starting October 9 in Durban. Rabada is currently recovering from a hamstring injury he suffered during winter training, with his availability for the first Test to be determined after an intra-squad match next week.&nbsp;"We will give it [final decision on Rabada] as much time as humanly possible, but we also don't want to take a call based on desperation," South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad said on Monday. "Based on how the three-day match plays out, a day or two after that, I reckon we will make a call."&nbsp;Besides Rabada, fellow paceman Anrich Nortje has also earned a surprise recall to the squad, having last played a Test match three years ago, although Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman and Kwena Maphaka, all suffering from hamstring issues, have not been picked.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2nd-odi-pat-cummins-return-josh-inglis-finger-injury-1790490768208">SA vs AUS 2026: Pat Cummins set for ODI return as broken finger clouds Inglis’ Test hopes</a>&nbsp;"Anrich is as pedantic and professional as they come. He has got spreadsheets that detail all of the work that he has done. I'm very comfortable that he has done all the necessary work," Conrad said. "We've just got to look at the intensity that it's done in. We've got to look at whether a Test match is the best introduction back to the international fold."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Gerald Coetzee, who returned to the South African colours for the recent ODI against Australia at Kingsmead last week, has also been picked for the red-ball leg, having last played a Test match in November 2024. Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Wiaan Mulder and Dane Paterson, all of whom were part of South Africa's World Test Championship final squad, make up the rest of the fast-bowling department.<h2>Brevis Sidelined as 'Clay-Court Specialist</h2>The hosts, however, have retained their core batting group for the marquee Test series against the Aussies, the first on their soil since 2018. While Marques Ackerman is the only uncapped batter picked, Conrad shared his thoughts on Dewald Brevis missing the cut. Calling him the Rafael Nadal of South African cricket, Conrad was blunt in his assessment of the Baby AB, saying he is not the best Test batter as of now.&nbsp;"On the batting front, we've stuck with our core group," Conrad said. "It's great to have Marques in the squad. The way he has led the SA A side, both as captain and through his performances with the bat, has earned him this opportunity. We're looking forward to having him in the Test environment."&nbsp;On Brevis, the head coach said, "It's a long summer, so I am sure we will see [Brevis] at some stage. The blunt answer is that I don't think he is one of the best batters in Test cricket for us. I think there are other guys for us in South African conditions. Brevis is probably more suited to us playing in Test cricket in the subcontinent.&nbsp;"ODI cricket is a different story. You will see him at some stage. In Tests, he is a bit of a Rafael Nadal. He is a clay-court specialist,” he continued.<h3>South Africa’s Preliminary Squad for Australia Tests:&nbsp;</h3>Temba Bavuma (captain), Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kyle Verreynne

Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje have been named in South Africa's 18-man Test squad to face Australia, while coach Shukri Conrad addresses Dewald Brevis's omission.

In a massive boost for South Africa, their pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada has been included in the 18-man preliminary squad for the three-match Test series against Australia starting October 9 in Durban. Rabada is currently recovering from a hamstring injury he suffered during winter training, with his availability for the first Test to be determined after an intra-squad match next week. "We will give it [final decision on Rabada] as much time as humanly possible, but we also don't want to take a call based on desperation," South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad said on Monday. "Based on how the three-day match plays out, a day or two after that, I reckon we will make a call." Besides Rabada, fellow paceman Anrich Nortje has also earned a surprise recall to the squad, having last played a Test match three years ago, although Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman and Kwena Maphaka, all suffering from hamstring issues, have not been picked. Also read| SA vs AUS 2026: Pat Cummins set for ODI return as broken finger clouds Inglis’ Test hopes "Anrich is as pedantic and professional as they come. He has got spreadsheets that detail all of the work that he has done. I'm very comfortable that he has done all the necessary work," Conrad said. "We've just got to look at the intensity that it's done in. We've got to look at whether a Test match is the best introduction back to the international fold." Meanwhile, Gerald Coetzee, who returned to the South African colours for the recent ODI against Australia at Kingsmead last week, has also been picked for the red-ball leg, having last played a Test match in November 2024. Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Wiaan Mulder and Dane Paterson, all of whom were part of South Africa's World Test Championship final squad, make up the rest of the fast-bowling department. Brevis Sidelined as 'Clay-Court Specialist The hosts, however, have retained their core batting group for the marquee Test series against the Aussies, the first on their soil since 2018. While Marques Ackerman is the only uncapped batter picked, Conrad shared his thoughts on Dewald Brevis missing the cut. Calling him the Rafael Nadal of South African cricket, Conrad was blunt in his assessment of the Baby AB, saying he is not the best Test batter as of now. "On the batting front, we've stuck with our core group," Conrad said. "It's great to have Marques in the squad. The way he has led the SA A side, both as captain and through his performances with the bat, has earned him this opportunity. We're looking forward to having him in the Test environment." On Brevis, the head coach said, "It's a long summer, so I am sure we will see [Brevis] at some stage. The blunt answer is that I don't think he is one of the best batters in Test cricket for us. I think there are other guys for us in South African conditions. Brevis is probably more suited to us playing in Test cricket in the subcontinent. "ODI cricket is a different story. You will see him at some stage. In Tests, he is a bit of a Rafael Nadal. He is a clay-court specialist,” he continued. South Africa’s Preliminary Squad for Australia Tests: Temba Bavuma (captain), Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kyle Verreynne

Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje have been named in South Africa's 18-man Test squad to face Australia, while coach Shukri Conrad addresses Dewald Brevis's omission.

SA vs AUS: Rabada named in 18-man preliminary squad; Nortje in line for Test return

From Mitchell Starc to Pat Cummins, here's a look at the top five active bowlers with most wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Nathan Lyon, Kagiso Rabada and Ravindra Jadeja

From Mitchell Starc to Pat Cummins, here's a look at the top five active bowlers with most wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Nathan Lyon, Kagiso Rabada and Ravindra Jadeja

Meet top 5 active bowlers with most Test wickets, check who tops list

The ODI World Cup 2027 is still an over year away but the buzz around the marquee 50-over tournament is getting stronger with each passing day. The 14th edition of the tournament will be jointly co-host by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe and the Protea pacer Kagiso Rabada is sure of defending the 'fortress.' The last time South Africa hosted the ODI World Cup was in 2003 where Australia beat India in the final. As for South Africa, they have never been to a final of the event which started in 1975. South Africa's best performance in the ODI World Cup history is reaching the semi-final on five occassions - 1992, 1999, 2007, 2015, and 2023.<h2>Rabada sure of South Africa protecting the 'fortress' at home ODI World Cup 2027</h2>Rabad, who has been part of South Africa's ODI World Cup squads in 2019 and 2023, said the team doesn't feel pressure being the host. "Well, I think there's a lot more to it at the moment with us hosting it," Rabada said at the official Cricket World Cup 2027 venue and brand announcement event in Johannesburg recently as reported by the ICC.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/coe-chief-vvs-laxman-explains-why-bcci-is-unable-to-hire-a-sports-science-and-medicine-head-1786333714423">CoE chief VVS Laxman explains why BCCI is unable to hire a Sports Science and Medicine head</a>"It's almost like freedom as well. I don't feel the pressure of us playing at home and feeling the need to win it. It's almost like, we're at home and we're going to defend this fortress. And that's what it means to me. It's about representing the badge."South Africa are infamous of choking under pressure in crunch matches but their World Test Championship (WTC) win last year against Australia makes Rabada feel that it is no longer the case."We've shown that we can go and play in finals and in the semi-finals," Rabada said. "It’s just about that last step. So the confidence is there. The belief is most definitely there, just about going that one extra step."

South Africa are infamous of choking under pressure in crunch matches but their World Test Championship (WTC) win last year against Australia makes Rabada feel that it is no longer the case.

The ODI World Cup 2027 is still an over year away but the buzz around the marquee 50-over tournament is getting stronger with each passing day. The 14th edition of the tournament will be jointly co-host by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe and the Protea pacer Kagiso Rabada is sure of defending the 'fortress.' The last time South Africa hosted the ODI World Cup was in 2003 where Australia beat India in the final. As for South Africa, they have never been to a final of the event which started in 1975. South Africa's best performance in the ODI World Cup history is reaching the semi-final on five occassions - 1992, 1999, 2007, 2015, and 2023. Rabada sure of South Africa protecting the 'fortress' at home ODI World Cup 2027 Rabad, who has been part of South Africa's ODI World Cup squads in 2019 and 2023, said the team doesn't feel pressure being the host. "Well, I think there's a lot more to it at the moment with us hosting it," Rabada said at the official Cricket World Cup 2027 venue and brand announcement event in Johannesburg recently as reported by the ICC. Also Read - CoE chief VVS Laxman explains why BCCI is unable to hire a Sports Science and Medicine head "It's almost like freedom as well. I don't feel the pressure of us playing at home and feeling the need to win it. It's almost like, we're at home and we're going to defend this fortress. And that's what it means to me. It's about representing the badge." South Africa are infamous of choking under pressure in crunch matches but their World Test Championship (WTC) win last year against Australia makes Rabada feel that it is no longer the case. "We've shown that we can go and play in finals and in the semi-finals," Rabada said. "It’s just about that last step. So the confidence is there. The belief is most definitely there, just about going that one extra step."

South Africa are infamous of choking under pressure in crunch matches but their World Test Championship (WTC) win last year against Australia makes Rabada feel that it is no longer the case.

ODI World Cup 2027: Kagiso Rabada sure of co-host South Africa 'defending the fortress'

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026. This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan. 

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026. This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan.&nbsp;

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026

Kagiso Rabada etched his name into IPL history on Tuesday (May 26) by becoming the first player ever to claim 25 wickets in an IPL season on three separate occasions. Representing the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, Rabada reached the milestone during the Qualifier 1 clash against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Dharamsala. Needing just one wicket to get there, he struck on the final delivery of his opening over by removing Venkatesh Iyer.&nbsp;Rabada now sits at the top of the Purple Cap standings with 25 wickets from 15 matches this season, one ahead of Bhuvneshwar Kumar of RCB.&nbsp;This is not the first time the South African pacer has crossed the 25-wicket mark in an IPL campaign. He previously achieved the feat for the Delhi Capitals in 2019, when he took 25 wickets in just 12 matches and followed it up with a 30-wicket season in 2020 under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer across 17 games.&nbsp;Rabada has also become the first bowler in IPL history to register 25-wicket seasons for more than one franchise.&nbsp;Earlier in the match, Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first. RCB made a notable change at the top, with Venkatesh Iyer replacing Phil Salt to open alongside Virat Kohli, while Devdutt Padikkal retained his number three position. Jacob Duffy was also included for the crucial clash.&nbsp;Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, named left-arm pacer Kulwant Khejroliya in their playing XI.<h3>Playing XIs</h3>Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kulwant Khejroliya, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna &nbsp;Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam Dar

Rabada made history on Tuesday (May 26) by becoming the first bowler to claim 25 wickets in an IPL season three times.

Kagiso Rabada etched his name into IPL history on Tuesday (May 26) by becoming the first player ever to claim 25 wickets in an IPL season on three separate occasions. Representing the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, Rabada reached the milestone during the Qualifier 1 clash against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Dharamsala. Needing just one wicket to get there, he struck on the final delivery of his opening over by removing Venkatesh Iyer. Rabada now sits at the top of the Purple Cap standings with 25 wickets from 15 matches this season, one ahead of Bhuvneshwar Kumar of RCB. This is not the first time the South African pacer has crossed the 25-wicket mark in an IPL campaign. He previously achieved the feat for the Delhi Capitals in 2019, when he took 25 wickets in just 12 matches and followed it up with a 30-wicket season in 2020 under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer across 17 games. Rabada has also become the first bowler in IPL history to register 25-wicket seasons for more than one franchise. Earlier in the match, Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first. RCB made a notable change at the top, with Venkatesh Iyer replacing Phil Salt to open alongside Virat Kohli, while Devdutt Padikkal retained his number three position. Jacob Duffy was also included for the crucial clash. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, named left-arm pacer Kulwant Khejroliya in their playing XI. Playing XIs Gujarat Titans (Playing XI): Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Jos Buttler(w), Washington Sundar, Nishant Sindhu, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, Kulwant Khejroliya, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Venkatesh Iyer, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam Dar

Rabada made history on Tuesday (May 26) by becoming the first bowler to claim 25 wickets in an IPL season three times.

IPL 2026: Kagiso Rabada scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS milestone

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan. 

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan.&nbsp;

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage)

Gujarat Titans (GT) have returned to winning ways after crushing the hosts Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in their key IPL 2026 tie. Seamer Kagiso Rabada’s 3/25 and Sai Sudharsan’s 87 propelled GT to fifth place on the points table with four wins and as many losses in eight contested matches thus far. For CSK, their captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, struck an impressive unbeaten 74 off 60 balls, with handy contributions from the lower order, but failed to restrict the star-studded GT.&nbsp;CSK batted first and scored a fighting 158 for seven in 20 overs, with Gaikwad carrying his bat.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-capitals-pacer-lungi-ngidi-breaks-silence-after-scary-ipl-head-injury-all-good-dc-vs-pbks-ipl-2026-1777207613105">Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi breaks silence after scary IPL head injury: ‘All good’</a> &nbsp;For Gujarat, Sai and captain Shubman Gill began from where they left, smashing CSK bowlers all around the ground. Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad struck in the seventh over to have Gill stumped, thanks to Sanju Samson's quick glovework, as he removed the bails with the batter's foot centimetres off the ground. &nbsp;Sudharsan stood firm and put on a partnership of 97 with Jos Buttler, who made an unbeaten 39. Dewald Brevis took a stunning catch in the deep to dismiss Sudharsan off Akeal Hosein with Gujarat needing four for victory, and Buttler then hit the winning six. Rabada’s show at Chepauk &nbsp;Earlier, Rabada was ably supported by fellow quick Mohammed Siraj (1-23) to dent Chennai with regular strikes despite an unbeaten 74 by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. Rabada stood out with his pace and accuracy, which first got the in-form Samson caught behind for 11 and three balls later dismissed Urvil Patel for four. &nbsp;Siraj got Sarfaraz Khan, who came in as an impact substitute, for a first-ball duck, and the batting slipped further when Brevis departed for two. &nbsp;Gaikwad played a defiant knock and reached his first fifty of the season, with help from Shivam Dube, who made 22, Kartik Sharma (15) and Jamie Overton (18). But the effort was not enough as Chennai suffered their fifth defeat in eight matches.&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Gujarat Titans secure a dominant 8-wicket win over CSK in IPL 2026. Sai Sudharsan’s 87 and Kagiso Rabada’s 3/25 lead the charge at Chepauk.

Gujarat Titans (GT) have returned to winning ways after crushing the hosts Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in their key IPL 2026 tie. Seamer Kagiso Rabada’s 3/25 and Sai Sudharsan’s 87 propelled GT to fifth place on the points table with four wins and as many losses in eight contested matches thus far. For CSK, their captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, struck an impressive unbeaten 74 off 60 balls, with handy contributions from the lower order, but failed to restrict the star-studded GT. CSK batted first and scored a fighting 158 for seven in 20 overs, with Gaikwad carrying his bat. Also read | Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi breaks silence after scary IPL head injury: ‘All good’ For Gujarat, Sai and captain Shubman Gill began from where they left, smashing CSK bowlers all around the ground. Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad struck in the seventh over to have Gill stumped, thanks to Sanju Samson's quick glovework, as he removed the bails with the batter's foot centimetres off the ground. Sudharsan stood firm and put on a partnership of 97 with Jos Buttler, who made an unbeaten 39. Dewald Brevis took a stunning catch in the deep to dismiss Sudharsan off Akeal Hosein with Gujarat needing four for victory, and Buttler then hit the winning six. Rabada’s show at Chepauk Earlier, Rabada was ably supported by fellow quick Mohammed Siraj (1-23) to dent Chennai with regular strikes despite an unbeaten 74 by skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. Rabada stood out with his pace and accuracy, which first got the in-form Samson caught behind for 11 and three balls later dismissed Urvil Patel for four. Siraj got Sarfaraz Khan, who came in as an impact substitute, for a first-ball duck, and the batting slipped further when Brevis departed for two. Gaikwad played a defiant knock and reached his first fifty of the season, with help from Shivam Dube, who made 22, Kartik Sharma (15) and Jamie Overton (18). But the effort was not enough as Chennai suffered their fifth defeat in eight matches. (With inputs from AFP)

Gujarat Titans secure a dominant 8-wicket win over CSK in IPL 2026. Sai Sudharsan’s 87 and Kagiso Rabada’s 3/25 lead the charge at Chepauk.

IPL 2026: Dominant Gujarat bounce back, thump Chennai behind Sai, Rabada heroics

From Kagiso Rabada to Bhuvneshwar Kumar, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 100 wickets in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Lasith Malinga, Ashish Nehra and Harshal Patel

From Kagiso Rabada to Bhuvneshwar Kumar, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 100 wickets in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Lasith Malinga, Ashish Nehra and Harshal Patel

Meet top 5 bowlers fastest to 100 IPL wickets

New Zealand were given a major boost in their Player XI as they take on South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal 1 on Wednesday (Mar 4). Playing at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Matt Henry returned to the side after having left on paternity leave. On the other hand, James Neesham also returned to the Playing XI for the Kiwis. South Africa also made three changes, including the trio of Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj.<h2>New Zealand make two changes</h2>Having lost to England in their last Super 8 clash on Friday, the Kiwis made one change with Henry, who had returned home, back for selection. The team management showed no hesitation in including him despite doubts surrounding his inclusion. On the other hand, Neesham was also back in the fold with Ish Sodhi missing out.&nbsp;The Proteas made three changes as they got back the trio of Rabada, Jansen and Maharaj, who had been rested for the Zimbabwe clash in New Delhi on Sunday. The Proteas are playing in their second consecutive semifinal and are looking to win their maiden title.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;“I think everyone's sort of contributed at some stage throughout the comp. It hasn't felt like you're leaning on a couple of guys, which is a good space to be as a team. Obviously, really pumped up about the idea of a semi-final tonight and hopefully we can start off well with the bat and get a good score on the board. Yeah, there's a slight dew factor. We trained here last night. There was a little bit of moisture around,” South Africa captain Markram said at the toss.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>South Africa vs New Zealand, 2nd T20 World Cup semifinal Playing XI</h2>New Zealand (Playing XI): Tim Seifert(w), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner(c), Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson.&nbsp;South Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

Playing at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Matt Henry returned to the side after having left on paternity leave. On the other hand, James Neesham also returned to the Playing XI for the Kiwis. 

New Zealand were given a major boost in their Player XI as they take on South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal 1 on Wednesday (Mar 4). Playing at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Matt Henry returned to the side after having left on paternity leave. On the other hand, James Neesham also returned to the Playing XI for the Kiwis. South Africa also made three changes, including the trio of Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj. New Zealand make two changes Having lost to England in their last Super 8 clash on Friday, the Kiwis made one change with Henry, who had returned home, back for selection. The team management showed no hesitation in including him despite doubts surrounding his inclusion. On the other hand, Neesham was also back in the fold with Ish Sodhi missing out. The Proteas made three changes as they got back the trio of Rabada, Jansen and Maharaj, who had been rested for the Zimbabwe clash in New Delhi on Sunday. The Proteas are playing in their second consecutive semifinal and are looking to win their maiden title. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli “I think everyone's sort of contributed at some stage throughout the comp. It hasn't felt like you're leaning on a couple of guys, which is a good space to be as a team. Obviously, really pumped up about the idea of a semi-final tonight and hopefully we can start off well with the bat and get a good score on the board. Yeah, there's a slight dew factor. We trained here last night. There was a little bit of moisture around,” South Africa captain Markram said at the toss. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds South Africa vs New Zealand, 2nd T20 World Cup semifinal Playing XI New Zealand (Playing XI): Tim Seifert(w), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner(c), Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson. South Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

Playing at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Matt Henry returned to the side after having left on paternity leave. On the other hand, James Neesham also returned to the Playing XI for the Kiwis.&nbsp;

T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal: Matt Henry returns after paternity leave; South Africa make three key changes

From Kagiso Rabada to Sunil Narine, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 50 wickets in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Lasith Malinga, Khaleel Ahmed and Imran Tahir

From Kagiso Rabada to Sunil Narine, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 50 wickets in Indian Premier League. This list also includes Lasith Malinga, Khaleel Ahmed and Imran Tahir

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From Nathan Lyon to Mitchell Starc here is a look at five active bowlers with most Test wickets. The prestigious list also features the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Kagiso Rabada and Pat Cummins as Lyon surpassed Glenn McGrath in the Adelaide Test of the Ashes.

From Nathan Lyon to Mitchell Starc here is a look at five active bowlers with most Test wickets. The prestigious list also features the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Kagiso Rabada and Pat Cummins as Lyon surpassed Glenn McGrath in the Adelaide Test of the Ashes.

From Nathan Lyon to Mitchell Starc, 5 active bowlers with most Test wickets

South Africa has suffered a major setback ahead of the second Test in Guwahati, with Kagiso Rabada officially ruled out. The fast bowler hasn’t recovered from the rib injury that kept him out of the series opener in Kolkata and Proteas captain Temba Bavuma confirmed the development on Friday (Nov 21).&nbsp;Speaking at the pre-match press conference at the Barsapara Stadium, Bavuma said Rabada wasn’t ready to return to action. South Africa won the first Test without him, but losing their premier pacer again is far from ideal as they look to seal a rare series win in India.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-manchester-to-melbourne-5-closest-wins-in-ashes-history-1763640401379">From Manchester to Melbourne: 5 closest wins in Ashes history</a>&nbsp;Bavuma added that the team will take a final call on the playing XI only on Saturday (Nov 22) morning. He felt the Guwahati pitch looked fresher and more even than the surface in Kolkata, where variable bounce played a big role. According to him, this track is likely to behave like a typical subcontinental wicket: good for batting early on before spinners dominate from Day 3.&nbsp;That places extra responsibility on Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, with Aiden Markram expected to chip in as the third spin option. Bavuma stressed the importance of the first innings, saying a strong total could shape the entire match.&nbsp;He also played down the impact of the toss. While batting first would still be an advantage, he felt the game wouldn’t be decided at the coin flip.South Africa stands on the brink of history. A draw is enough for them to clinch their first Test series win in India in 25 years. But the skipper dismissed any talk of defensive cricket, insisting his side will continue to play with intent. “We want to play to win,” Bavuma said. “It’s not about protecting the lead. We want to take whatever chances the game gives us.”

Bavuma added that the team will take a final call on the playing XI only on Saturday (Nov 22) morning. He felt the Guwahati pitch looked fresher and more even than the surface in Kolkata, where variable bounce played a big role.

South Africa has suffered a major setback ahead of the second Test in Guwahati, with Kagiso Rabada officially ruled out. The fast bowler hasn’t recovered from the rib injury that kept him out of the series opener in Kolkata and Proteas captain Temba Bavuma confirmed the development on Friday (Nov 21). Speaking at the pre-match press conference at the Barsapara Stadium, Bavuma said Rabada wasn’t ready to return to action. South Africa won the first Test without him, but losing their premier pacer again is far from ideal as they look to seal a rare series win in India. Also read | From Manchester to Melbourne: 5 closest wins in Ashes history Bavuma added that the team will take a final call on the playing XI only on Saturday (Nov 22) morning. He felt the Guwahati pitch looked fresher and more even than the surface in Kolkata, where variable bounce played a big role. According to him, this track is likely to behave like a typical subcontinental wicket: good for batting early on before spinners dominate from Day 3. That places extra responsibility on Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, with Aiden Markram expected to chip in as the third spin option. Bavuma stressed the importance of the first innings, saying a strong total could shape the entire match. He also played down the impact of the toss. While batting first would still be an advantage, he felt the game wouldn’t be decided at the coin flip. South Africa stands on the brink of history. A draw is enough for them to clinch their first Test series win in India in 25 years. But the skipper dismissed any talk of defensive cricket, insisting his side will continue to play with intent. “We want to play to win,” Bavuma said. “It’s not about protecting the lead. We want to take whatever chances the game gives us.”

Bavuma added that the team will take a final call on the playing XI only on Saturday (Nov 22) morning. He felt the Guwahati pitch looked fresher and more even than the surface in Kolkata, where variable bounce played a big role.

Kagiso Rabada ruled out of India vs South Africa 2nd Test in Guwahati

From Dale Steyn to Morne Morkel, here's a look at the top five South African bowlers with most Test wickets against India. This list also includes Allan Donald, Kagiso Rabada and Shaun Pollock

From Dale Steyn to Morne Morkel, here's a look at the top five South African bowlers with most Test wickets against India. This list also includes Allan Donald, Kagiso Rabada and Shaun Pollock

From Dale Steyn to Morne Morkel, 5 South African bowlers with most Test wickets against India

From Kagiso Rabada to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five active bowlers with most wickets for India vs South Africa in Tests. This list also includes Mohammed Shami, Ravindra Jadeja and Lungi Ngidi

From Kagiso Rabada to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five active bowlers with most wickets for India vs South Africa in Tests. This list also includes Mohammed Shami, Ravindra Jadeja and Lungi Ngidi

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From Pat Cummins to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five bowlers in latest ICC Test rankings 2025. This list also includes Matt Henry, Josh Hazlewood and Kagiso Rabada

From Pat Cummins to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five bowlers in latest ICC Test rankings 2025. This list also includes Matt Henry, Josh Hazlewood and Kagiso Rabada

From Pat Cummins to Jasprit Bumrah, top 5 bowlers in latest ICC Test rankings 2025

From Mitchell Starc to Pat Cummins, 5 active bowlers with most Test wickets, check who tops list

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Australia after he was diagnosed with an ankle inflammation. The announcement came on Tuesday (Aug 19) as the visitors will have huge shoes to fill in. Rabada’s injury has opened doors for Kwena Maphaka, who was part of the T20I squad and will now join the ODI set-up as a replacement.<h2>Rabada to miss ODI series</h2>Rabada, 30, underwent a scan on Monday, which confirmed the extent of his ankle injury. He will remain in Australia and undergo rehabilitation under the supervision of the South African medical staff. The pacer will be a huge miss for the series, but considering the next few months will be important for the Proteas, they won’t risk his availability.&nbsp;Rabada is seen as a key member of the South African side during the upcoming India tour, while his presence in the T20 World Cup side could give them a different dimension. In 106 ODIs for the Proteas, he has scalped 168 wickets, while his tally in the Test format is more impressive, bagging 336 wickets in 71 matches. To add more weight, he also has 76 wickets in the T20I format, underlining his importance.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;In the absence of Rabada, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi and Maphaka will lead the bowling attack, while Marco Jansen also remains sidelined. The visitors will also bank on the services of Corbin Bosch and Wiaan Mulder, who are part of the all-rounder’s group. The spin bowling options consist of Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy and Prenelan Subrayen.<h2>AUS vs SA, 1st ODI Playing XI</h2>Australia (Playing XI): Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis(w), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh HazlewoodSouth Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton(w), Temba Bavuma(c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

Kagiso Rabada’s injury has opened doors for Kwena Maphaka, who was part of the T20I squad and will now join the ODI set-up as a replacement.

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Australia after he was diagnosed with an ankle inflammation. The announcement came on Tuesday (Aug 19) as the visitors will have huge shoes to fill in. Rabada’s injury has opened doors for Kwena Maphaka, who was part of the T20I squad and will now join the ODI set-up as a replacement. Rabada to miss ODI series Rabada, 30, underwent a scan on Monday, which confirmed the extent of his ankle injury. He will remain in Australia and undergo rehabilitation under the supervision of the South African medical staff. The pacer will be a huge miss for the series, but considering the next few months will be important for the Proteas, they won’t risk his availability. Rabada is seen as a key member of the South African side during the upcoming India tour, while his presence in the T20 World Cup side could give them a different dimension. In 106 ODIs for the Proteas, he has scalped 168 wickets, while his tally in the Test format is more impressive, bagging 336 wickets in 71 matches. To add more weight, he also has 76 wickets in the T20I format, underlining his importance. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) In the absence of Rabada, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi and Maphaka will lead the bowling attack, while Marco Jansen also remains sidelined. The visitors will also bank on the services of Corbin Bosch and Wiaan Mulder, who are part of the all-rounder’s group. The spin bowling options consist of Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy and Prenelan Subrayen. AUS vs SA, 1st ODI Playing XI Australia (Playing XI): Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis(w), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood South Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton(w), Temba Bavuma(c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi

Kagiso Rabada’s injury has opened doors for Kwena Maphaka, who was part of the T20I squad and will now join the ODI set-up as a replacement.

AUS vs SA: Kagiso Rabada diagnosed with ankle inflammation, ruled out of ODI series

From Pat Cummins to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the five active bowlers with most wickets in international cricket.

From Pat Cummins to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the five active bowlers with most wickets in international cricket.

From Pat Cummins to Ravindra Jadeja, 5 active bowlers with most international wickets, check who tops list

From Dale Steyn to Lungi Ngidi, here's a look at the five South African bowlers with the most wickets in T20Is.

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From Dale Steyn to Lungi Ngidi: 5 South African bowlers with most wickets in T20Is

The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently released the latest men's Test bowling rankings, and there are no surprises who sits at the top. India’s ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah continues to reign supreme after a fiery performance in the first Test against England in Leeds. Bumrah was at his lethal best in the series opener, picking up a brilliant five-wicket haul in the first innings, troubling England’s top order with pace, bounce and lateral movement. Although India couldn’t seal the win, Bumrah’s impact was felt throughout the match. With consistency and class, he has rightly retained the No. 1 spot in the ICC rankings.&nbsp;While Bumrah sits comfortably at the top with 907 rating points, one question comes – who’s chasing him from behind?&nbsp;Kagiso Rabada, South Africa’s fast-bowling sensation, is currently ranked the No. 2 bowler in the world with 868 rating points. He recently showcased his exceptional talent with a remarkable performance against Australia at Lord’s during the World Test Championship Final 2023-2025. In that summit clash, Rabada scalped nine wickets, including five in the first innings and four in the second innings.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-making-several-changes-to-odis-and-tests-icc-updates-playing-conditions-in-mens-t20is-details-inside-1751001724400">After making several changes to ODIs and Tests, ICC updates playing conditions in men’s T20Is - Details inside</a>&nbsp;Rabada had a phenomenal WTC 2023–25 cycle. In 11 Test matches, he picked 56 wickets in just 22 innings, the most for South Africa. His average was an outstanding 21.04, and he struck every 19 balls while keeping the economy under 4. He also recorded four five-wicket hauls, including a standout spell of 6/46 against Bangladesh in Dhaka - his best figures in the cycle, a spell that helped South Africa win their first Test in Asia since 2014.&nbsp;Meanwhile, in his career so far, Rabada has played 71 Tests, taking 336 wickets, including 17 five-fors and four ten-wicket match hauls.&nbsp;&nbsp;At his best, he reached a career-high rating of 902 against Australia at St.George's Park in 2018.

While Bumrah sits comfortably at the top with 907 rating points, one question comes – who’s chasing him from behind?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently released the latest men's Test bowling rankings, and there are no surprises who sits at the top. India’s ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah continues to reign supreme after a fiery performance in the first Test against England in Leeds. Bumrah was at his lethal best in the series opener, picking up a brilliant five-wicket haul in the first innings, troubling England’s top order with pace, bounce and lateral movement. Although India couldn’t seal the win, Bumrah’s impact was felt throughout the match. With consistency and class, he has rightly retained the No. 1 spot in the ICC rankings. While Bumrah sits comfortably at the top with 907 rating points, one question comes – who’s chasing him from behind? Kagiso Rabada, South Africa’s fast-bowling sensation, is currently ranked the No. 2 bowler in the world with 868 rating points. He recently showcased his exceptional talent with a remarkable performance against Australia at Lord’s during the World Test Championship Final 2023-2025. In that summit clash, Rabada scalped nine wickets, including five in the first innings and four in the second innings. Also Read | After making several changes to ODIs and Tests, ICC updates playing conditions in men’s T20Is - Details inside Rabada had a phenomenal WTC 2023–25 cycle. In 11 Test matches, he picked 56 wickets in just 22 innings, the most for South Africa. His average was an outstanding 21.04, and he struck every 19 balls while keeping the economy under 4. He also recorded four five-wicket hauls, including a standout spell of 6/46 against Bangladesh in Dhaka - his best figures in the cycle, a spell that helped South Africa win their first Test in Asia since 2014. Meanwhile, in his career so far, Rabada has played 71 Tests, taking 336 wickets, including 17 five-fors and four ten-wicket match hauls. At his best, he reached a career-high rating of 902 against Australia at St.George's Park in 2018.

While Bumrah sits comfortably at the top with 907 rating points, one question comes – who’s chasing him from behind?

ICC Men's Test bowling rankings: Bumrah leads the pack – Guess who's at no. 2?

South Africa pace spearhead <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rabada">Kagiso Rabada</a> etched his name with golden letters in cricket history during the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/wtc-final">World Test Championship (WTC) Final</a> at Lord’s. Rabada became the only second player ever to have his name on both the home and away honours boards at the Home of Cricket.&nbsp;At<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lords"> Lord’s stadium</a> in London, players who score a century or take five wickets in a Test match have their names inscribed in gold on the dressing room honours boards. Until now, only West Indies legend Gordon Greenidge had achieved this rare double feat. Greenidge scored centuries against England in 1984 and 1988 (on the away board) and also made a century for the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) against the Rest of the World in 1987 (on the home board).&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-vs-south-africa-wtc-final-2025-produces-cricket-first-in-its-145-year-history-starc-cummins-hazlewood-kagiso-rabada-1749701957549">WTC Final 2025 produces cricket’s first in its 145-year history at Lord's</a>&nbsp;On Wednesday (June 11), Rabada joined Greenidge by taking 5/51 against Australia. Since South Africa has been allocated the home dressing room for the WTC Final, Rabada’s performance earned him a spot on the home honours board. He already had his name etched on the away honours board for a five-wicket haul against England in 2022.&nbsp;To help prepare, South Africa roped in former England bowler Stuart Broad, who has scalped 113 wickets at the title venue. "Stuart gave us a few pointers on certain field placings and in general with the conditions with cloud cover and wind," Rabada was quoted saying to BBC.&nbsp;Rabada is now the fourth highest wicket-taker for South Africa&nbsp;With the five-wicket haul against the Aussie in the mace-winning clash, Rabada also moved to fourth place on South Africa’s all-time wicket-takers list, passing Allan Donald.&nbsp;He now has 332 wickets, behind only Makhaya Ntini, Shaun Pollock, and Dale Steyn.&nbsp;Rabada said at the post-match presentation that being part of that elite group is special, and he hopes to continue performing strongly. On a tough day for batters at Lord’s, Rabada stood out with his sheer pace and accuracy.

At Lord’s stadium in London, players who score a century or take five wickets in a Test match have their names inscribed in gold on the dressing room honours boards.

South Africa pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada etched his name with golden letters in cricket history during the World Test Championship (WTC) Final at Lord’s. Rabada became the only second player ever to have his name on both the home and away honours boards at the Home of Cricket. At Lord’s stadium in London, players who score a century or take five wickets in a Test match have their names inscribed in gold on the dressing room honours boards. Until now, only West Indies legend Gordon Greenidge had achieved this rare double feat. Greenidge scored centuries against England in 1984 and 1988 (on the away board) and also made a century for the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) against the Rest of the World in 1987 (on the home board). Also Read | WTC Final 2025 produces cricket’s first in its 145-year history at Lord's On Wednesday (June 11), Rabada joined Greenidge by taking 5/51 against Australia. Since South Africa has been allocated the home dressing room for the WTC Final, Rabada’s performance earned him a spot on the home honours board. He already had his name etched on the away honours board for a five-wicket haul against England in 2022. To help prepare, South Africa roped in former England bowler Stuart Broad, who has scalped 113 wickets at the title venue. "Stuart gave us a few pointers on certain field placings and in general with the conditions with cloud cover and wind," Rabada was quoted saying to BBC. Rabada is now the fourth highest wicket-taker for South Africa With the five-wicket haul against the Aussie in the mace-winning clash, Rabada also moved to fourth place on South Africa’s all-time wicket-takers list, passing Allan Donald. He now has 332 wickets, behind only Makhaya Ntini, Shaun Pollock, and Dale Steyn. Rabada said at the post-match presentation that being part of that elite group is special, and he hopes to continue performing strongly. On a tough day for batters at Lord’s, Rabada stood out with his sheer pace and accuracy.

At Lord’s stadium in London, players who score a century or take five wickets in a Test match have their names inscribed in gold on the dressing room honours boards.

WTC Final 2025: Rabada unlocks unbelievable rare feat at Lord's, joins West Indies legend

Kagiso Rabada has created history after taking a five-for on day 1 (June11) of the WTC Final against Australia at Lord's in London (UK). Rabada is only the second bowler in the history of this short tournament to take a five-wicket haul in the Ultimate Test. He finished with the figures of 5/51 as Australia were bundled out for 212 in the first innings.The only other bowler apart from Rabada to take a five-for is New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson who had taken 5/31 in the inaugural WTC Final against India in 2021. For context, Jamieson - 6 feet 8 bowler - played for Punjab Kings in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-best-visiting-test-batter-to-play-at-lords-steve-smith-hits-clutch-fifty-in-wtc-final-2025-to-break-these-two-records-1749647639989">Best visiting Test batter to play at Lord's? Steve Smith hits clutch fifty in WTC Final 2025 to break THESE two records</a>Chasing their first ICC trophy, South Africa won the toss and skipper Temba Bavuma invited Australia to bat first in overcast conditions. South Africa pacers responded to captain's decision and bowled brilliant opening spell.It was Kagiso Rabada who broke through first and did so in some style. The Proteas pace spearhead sent back Usman Khawaja for a 20-ball duck before cleaning up returning all-rounder Cameron Green three balls later in the same over.Makeshift opener Marnus Labuschagne then added 30 runs with Smith before falling to a perfectly executed plan by Marco Jansen. At the stroke of lunch on day 1, Jansen struck again and took out dangerous Travis Head as Australia returned to dressing room at 67/4.In the second session, Australia fought back and scored 123 runs for the loss of Steve Smith's wicket who scored a magnificent 66 off 112.Come third session, South Africa started with a bang and took out Alex Carey quickly. From 192/6, Australia suffered a collapse and lost last four wickets for 20 runs. All-rounder Beau Webster top scored for Australia with a hard-fought 72.

The only other bowler apart from Rabada to take a five-for is New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson who had taken 5/31 in the inaugural WTC Final against India in 2021. 

Kagiso Rabada has created history after taking a five-for on day 1 (June11) of the WTC Final against Australia at Lord's in London (UK). Rabada is only the second bowler in the history of this short tournament to take a five-wicket haul in the Ultimate Test. He finished with the figures of 5/51 as Australia were bundled out for 212 in the first innings. The only other bowler apart from Rabada to take a five-for is New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson who had taken 5/31 in the inaugural WTC Final against India in 2021. For context, Jamieson - 6 feet 8 bowler - played for Punjab Kings in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Also Read - Best visiting Test batter to play at Lord's? Steve Smith hits clutch fifty in WTC Final 2025 to break THESE two records Chasing their first ICC trophy, South Africa won the toss and skipper Temba Bavuma invited Australia to bat first in overcast conditions. South Africa pacers responded to captain's decision and bowled brilliant opening spell. It was Kagiso Rabada who broke through first and did so in some style. The Proteas pace spearhead sent back Usman Khawaja for a 20-ball duck before cleaning up returning all-rounder Cameron Green three balls later in the same over. Makeshift opener Marnus Labuschagne then added 30 runs with Smith before falling to a perfectly executed plan by Marco Jansen. At the stroke of lunch on day 1, Jansen struck again and took out dangerous Travis Head as Australia returned to dressing room at 67/4. In the second session, Australia fought back and scored 123 runs for the loss of Steve Smith's wicket who scored a magnificent 66 off 112. Come third session, South Africa started with a bang and took out Alex Carey quickly. From 192/6, Australia suffered a collapse and lost last four wickets for 20 runs. All-rounder Beau Webster top scored for Australia with a hard-fought 72.

The only other bowler apart from Rabada to take a five-for is New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson who had taken 5/31 in the inaugural WTC Final against India in 2021.&nbsp;

Rabada becomes second bowler to take five-for in WTC Final. First bowler was in Punjab Kings squad for IPL 2025

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In a massive boost to Cricket South Africa and Gujarat Titans (in the IPL), seamer Kagiso Rabada can resume bowling after serving a doping suspension.
The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ipl-2025-kagiso-rabada-serving-suspension-after-testing-positive-for-recreational-drug-9029754" rel="dofollow">right-arm quick served a one-month ban</a>, commuted from three months, for drug use during the third season of SA20 early this year. The pacer was notified of the offence (recreational drug use) a few months later, in April, while he was playing in the IPL, forcing him to leave the tournament midway and fly to South Africa for a treatment program, which he completed successfully.
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Per a statement from the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS), Rabada failed a drug test following the January 21 SA20 game between MI Cape Town and Durban Super Giants. He tested positive for a "Substance of Abuse", for which he was informed of the result on April 1, facing provisional suspension after that.
"Mr Rabada tested positive for a Substance of Abuse and was subsequently notified of the allegation of his doping offence on 1 April 2025. A provisional suspension was imposed, and Mr. Rabada returned immediately to South Africa from India," the release stated.&nbsp; Although there was no mention of the specific drug, Article 4.2.3 of the SAIDS Code lists cocaine, heroin, MDMA/ecstasy, and THC among the substances of abuse.
The statement further referenced Article 10.2.4.1 of the SAIDS Code, which reads,&nbsp;
"If the athlete can establish that any ingestion or use occurred out-of-competition and was unrelated to sports performance, then the period of ineligibility shall be three (3) months. This may be reduced to one (1) month if the athlete satisfactorily completes a substance abuse treatment program approved by SAIDS."
Now that Rabada completed the required treatment program that included two sessions, his provisional suspension was lifted, making him eligible to resume bowling across all cricket.&nbsp;
"The player accepted responsibility for the doping offence and honoured his provisional suspension," the release read.
"As per the South African Anti-Doping Rules specifically pertaining to Substances of Abuse, the player was offered an opportunity to complete a substance abuse treatment program. After Mr. Rabada satisfactorily completed two sessions of his treatment program, his provisional suspension ended. The player has effectively served a one-month period of ineligibility and may now resume participation in sport,&rdquo; it continued.
<h2>Rabada available for GT's next IPL 2025 match</h2>
Meanwhile, his IPL franchise <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gujarat-titans" rel="dofollow">Gujarat Titans</a> confirmed that Rabada will be available for selection for the side&rsquo;s next league game against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday (May 6) in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ipl-2025" rel="dofollow">IPL 2025</a>.
On the points table, both teams have collected 14 points thus far, but unlike MI, who has played 11 matches, GT has one extra game in hand.&nbsp;

Rabada tested positive for a "Substance of Abuse", for which he was informed of the result on April 1, facing provisional suspension after that. Sports, Cricket

In a massive boost to Cricket South Africa and Gujarat Titans (in the IPL), seamer Kagiso Rabada can resume bowling after serving a doping suspension. The right-arm quick served a one-month ban, commuted from three months, for drug use during the third season of SA20 early this year. The pacer was notified of the offence (recreational drug use) a few months later, in April, while he was playing in the IPL, forcing him to leave the tournament midway and fly to South Africa for a treatment program, which he completed successfully. Also read | India reign supreme in ODIs and T20Is in ICC annual rankings, Pakistan slip across all formats Per a statement from the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS), Rabada failed a drug test following the January 21 SA20 game between MI Cape Town and Durban Super Giants. He tested positive for a "Substance of Abuse", for which he was informed of the result on April 1, facing provisional suspension after that. "Mr Rabada tested positive for a Substance of Abuse and was subsequently notified of the allegation of his doping offence on 1 April 2025. A provisional suspension was imposed, and Mr. Rabada returned immediately to South Africa from India," the release stated. Although there was no mention of the specific drug, Article 4.2.3 of the SAIDS Code lists cocaine, heroin, MDMA/ecstasy, and THC among the substances of abuse. The statement further referenced Article 10.2.4.1 of the SAIDS Code, which reads, "If the athlete can establish that any ingestion or use occurred out-of-competition and was unrelated to sports performance, then the period of ineligibility shall be three (3) months. This may be reduced to one (1) month if the athlete satisfactorily completes a substance abuse treatment program approved by SAIDS." Now that Rabada completed the required treatment program that included two sessions, his provisional suspension was lifted, making him eligible to resume bowling across all cricket. "The player accepted responsibility for the doping offence and honoured his provisional suspension," the release read. "As per the South African Anti-Doping Rules specifically pertaining to Substances of Abuse, the player was offered an opportunity to complete a substance abuse treatment program. After Mr. Rabada satisfactorily completed two sessions of his treatment program, his provisional suspension ended. The player has effectively served a one-month period of ineligibility and may now resume participation in sport,” it continued. Rabada available for GT's next IPL 2025 match Meanwhile, his IPL franchise Gujarat Titans confirmed that Rabada will be available for selection for the side’s next league game against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday (May 6) in IPL 2025. On the points table, both teams have collected 14 points thus far, but unlike MI, who has played 11 matches, GT has one extra game in hand.

IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans seamer Kagiso Rabada to resume cricket after serving doping suspension

South Africa and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gujarat-titans">Gujarat Titans</a> pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kagiso-rabada">Kagiso Rabada</a> has been provisionally banned following the use of a recreational drug, the player confirmed in a statement on Saturday.
<h2>Rabada issues statement</h2>
&ldquo;As has been reported, I recently returned to South Africa from participating in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-premier-league">IPL</a> for personal reasons. This was due to my returning an adverse analytical finding for the use of a recreational drug,&rdquo; Rabada said in a statement.
&ldquo;I am deeply sorry to all those that I have let down. I will never take the privilege of playing cricket for granted. This privilege is much larger than me. It goes beyond my personal aspirations.
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&ldquo;I am serving a provisional suspension and I am looking forward to returning to the game I love playing.&rdquo;
<div>"I couldn't have gone through this alone. I'd like to thank my agent, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cricket-south-africa">CSA</a>, and Gujarat Titans for their support. I'd also like to thank SACA and my legal team for their guidance and counsel. Most importantly I'd like to thank my friends and family for their understanding and love.</div>
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<div>"Moving forward, this moment will not define me. I will keep doing what I have always done, continuously working hard and playing with passion and devotion to my craft."</div>
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India News, Sports: South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada has been provisionally banned following the use of a recreational drug, the player confirmed in a statement

South Africa and Gujarat Titans pacer Kagiso Rabada has been provisionally banned following the use of a recreational drug, the player confirmed in a statement on Saturday. Rabada issues statement “As has been reported, I recently returned to South Africa from participating in the IPL for personal reasons. This was due to my returning an adverse analytical finding for the use of a recreational drug,” Rabada said in a statement. “I am deeply sorry to all those that I have let down. I will never take the privilege of playing cricket for granted. This privilege is much larger than me. It goes beyond my personal aspirations. Also Read: Teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli grabs pole for Miami sprint race “I am serving a provisional suspension and I am looking forward to returning to the game I love playing.” "I couldn't have gone through this alone. I'd like to thank my agent, CSA, and Gujarat Titans for their support. I'd also like to thank SACA and my legal team for their guidance and counsel. Most importantly I'd like to thank my friends and family for their understanding and love. "Moving forward, this moment will not define me. I will keep doing what I have always done, continuously working hard and playing with passion and devotion to my craft." Rabada' statement Photograph: (X) Rabada's statement-2 Photograph: (X)

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