South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada reached a career milestone by claiming his 300th Test wicket in Mirpur against Bangladesh. The home team struggled against the pace and spin of South Africa, collapsing to a mere total of 106 runs on the first day of the opening Test. Despite winning the toss and choosing to bat, Bangladesh struggled against the relentless attack of Rabada, Mulder, and Maharaj, with only opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy managing to reach double figures.
Bangladesh vs South Africa: Rabada Claims 300th Test Wicket as Proteas Dominate
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada joined an elite group of cricketers by claiming his 300th Test wicket in the ongoing encounter against Bangladesh in Mirpur. The Proteas paceman reached the milestone on the first day of the opening Test, further cementing his status as one of the world's premier bowlers.
Bangladesh's Struggles and Rabada's Triumph
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Bangladesh were unable to cope with the pace and spin of the South African bowling attack. Rabada, in particular, was in devastating form, picking up four wickets for just 39 runs. His fellow paceman Wiaan Mulder also impressed, taking three wickets, while spinner Keshav Maharaj claimed two. Bangladesh's innings collapsed to a mere 106 runs, exposing their fragility against quality bowling.
Only opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy managed to reach double figures for Bangladesh, scoring a battling 30 runs. However, the Proteas' relentless pressure proved too much, as the home team were bundled out for their lowest Test total against South Africa since 2003.
Rabada's Journey to 300
Kagiso Rabada's rise to prominence has been meteoric. Making his Test debut in 2015, the 27-year-old has quickly established himself as one of the most fearsome fast bowlers in the world. His tally of 300 wickets in just 59 Tests puts him in the company of greats such as Dale Steyn, Makhaya Ntini, and Shaun Pollock.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is Kagiso Rabada? Kagiso Rabada is a South African fast bowler who has taken 300 wickets in 59 Test matches.
2. How did Bangladesh fare against South Africa? Bangladesh were bowled out for 106 runs in their first innings, thanks to a dominant bowling performance from South Africa.
3. What is Bangladesh's lowest Test total against South Africa? 106 runs, which was recorded on the first day of the opening Test in Mirpur.
4. How many wickets did Rabada claim in the match? Rabada took four wickets for 39 runs in Bangladesh's first innings.
5. When did Rabada make his Test debut? Rabada made his Test debut in 2015 against India.
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