South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada continues to make history as he climbs up the list of his country's greatest test wicket-takers. With his recent three-wicket haul against the West Indies, the 29-year-old surpassed the tally of 291 wickets held by the legendary all-rounder, Jacques Kallis. His impressive average of 22.02 sets him apart from top 10 wicket-takers in South Africa, including the great Dale Steyn. Having made the test format his priority, Rabada is expected to reach the milestone of 400 test wickets in his career.
Kagiso Rabada Surpasses Jacques Kallis as South Africa's Second-Highest Test Wicket-Taker
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has etched his name deeper into the annals of cricket history by surpassing Jacques Kallis as the second-highest wicket-taker in South African Test cricket.
Rabada's impressive performance against the West Indies, where he claimed three wickets, propelled him to a tally of 292 wickets, surpassing Kallis's 291. The 29-year-old has cemented his position as one of South Africa's greatest bowlers, with an exceptional average of 22.02.
His rise to the top has been meteoric, with Rabada becoming the fastest South African to reach the milestone of 200 Test wickets in just 54 matches. He has consistently been a force to be reckoned with, troubling batsmen with his raw pace and accurate delivery.
Rabada's achievement is even more remarkable considering that he has made the Test format his priority. Unlike some of his contemporaries who prioritize limited-overs cricket, Rabada has dedicated himself to the longer format, where he has become a vital cog in the South African bowling attack.
With his promising career ahead of him, Rabada is poised to continue climbing up the all-time wicket-takers list. Experts predict that he has the potential to surpass Dale Steyn, who currently holds the record with 439 wickets.
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