Introduction
Kagiso Rabada, born on May 25, 1995, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is one of the leading players in international cricket. Known for his fast bowling skills and consistent performances, Rabada has become a popular figure in the sport worldwide.
Early Life and Education
Rabada was born into an educated family; his father being a doctor and mother being a lawyer. He completed his schooling from St. Stithians Boys College where he showed great aptitude not only towards studies but also explicable athletic prowess. It was here that his talent for cricket was identified.
Cricket at School Level
In school, Rabada started playing as a part of their team and groomed under the former South African cricketer Geoffrey Toyana. Eventually, he made it to the school’s first team and won recognition by taking nine wickets in an innings against Pretoria Boys’ High.
Career Start
Rabada’s professional career started when he played for Gauteng in domestic cricket events. Soon after this stint, he started representing the South Africa national side both domestically and internationally. His test debut came against India in November 2015 while he made his One-Day International (ODI) debut against Bangladesh earlier that same year.
Bowling Star
Rabada mainly operates as a fast bowler in the game. Over his career-spanning half-a-decade so far, Kagiso has set numerous records. Considered one of the best fast-bowlers globally, Rabada achieved 200 test wickets quicker than any other bowler topping Dale Steyn’s record.
Awards & Achievements
Kagiso Rabada has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances in cricket. In 2016, he won the Cricketer of the Year award at Cricket South Africa’s annual dinner. He was also named the best young player by Wisden in their 2018 edition. Plus, he is a two-time winner of the Purple Cap in IPL.
Personal Life
Away from cricket, Kagiso is known to be quite private about his personal life. However, it’s known that he leads a balanced lifestyle, always maintains fitness and diet as he believes they are critical component of professional sports. He is passionate about soccer and also expresses deep interest in music.
