Updated On: 11 June, 2025 10:33 PM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
Rabada claimed figures of 5/51 in 15.4 overs, helping bowl Australia out for 212. His fiery spell was instrumental in shifting momentum in South Africa`s favour during a crucial phase of the match at Lord`s
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Kagiso Rabada (PIc: AFP)
Kagiso Rabada delivered a sensational performance on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia, not only dismantling the opposition with a five-wicket haul but also etching his name deeper into South African cricket history.
Rabada claimed figures of 5/51 in 15.4 overs, helping bowl Australia out for 212. His fiery spell was instrumental in shifting momentum in South Africa`s favour during a crucial phase of the match at Lord`s.
With this performance, Rabada surpassed legendary fast bowler Allan Donald in the list of South Africa`s highest wicket-takers in Test cricket. The 30-year-old now has 332 wickets in 71 Tests, overtaking Donald`s tally of 330 wickets in 72 matches. Rabada now sits fourth on the all-time list of South African Test wicket-takers.