The three-match ODI series between Australia and South Africa is set to begin on August 19th. A key focus in this series will be on South Africa's star fast bowler, Kagiso Rabada, who has the opportunity to achieve a significant record in ODI cricket.
Sports News: South Africa's star fast bowler, Kagiso Rabada, has a golden opportunity to achieve a major record in the upcoming Australia vs South Africa ODI series. If Rabada takes just 6 more wickets, he will surpass India's former all-rounder Irfan Pathan and South Africa's former legendary leg-spinner Imran Tahir in ODI cricket.
Rabada vs Pathan and Tahir
- Irfan Pathan took 173 wickets in 120 matches in his ODI career.
- Imran Tahir claimed 173 wickets in 107 matches.
- Kagiso Rabada has taken 168 wickets in 106 matches so far.
Thus, Rabada needs only 6 wickets to surpass both legendary bowlers. Considering his current form, cricket experts believe that he can easily achieve this feat.
Rabada's Performance in ODI Cricket
- Matches: 106
- Wickets: 168
- Bowling Average: 27.45
- Best Bowling: 6 wickets for 16 runs
- Economy Rate: 5.08
These statistics show how reliable a bowler Rabada is. His bowling has played a vital role in many of South Africa's victories.
Form Before the Australia Series
Rabada also bowled well in the recent T20 series played between Australia and South Africa. He took 5 wickets in three matches. However, Australia won this series 2-1. Now, Rabada and the South African team will be aiming for a b comeback in the ODI series. If Rabada takes 6 wickets, he will surpass both Pathan and Tahir with 174 wickets.
This series is considered very important for South Africa in terms of preparation for the World Cup. Australian batsmen are considered b against both spin and pace, so Rabada's bowling will be put to the test.
