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Kagiso Rabada has been one of South Africa’s most reliable bowlers in ODI cricket over the last decade. While his exploits in Test cricket often grab the spotlight, Rabada’s impact in the 50-over format has been equally impressive. Blessed with express pace, movement off the surface, and pinpoint accuracy, the South African speedster has consistently troubled batters around the world.
In 106 ODIs, Rabada has picked up 168 wickets at an economy rate of 5.08. His record includes six four-wicket hauls and two five-wicket hauls, proving his ability to dominate in crucial moments. Whether with the new ball or during the death overs, Rabada has delivered several memorable performances for the Proteas.
Here are top three performances of Kagiso Rabada in ODIs:
One of Rabada’s finest ODI spells came against England at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground during South Africa’s 2017 tour of England. Playing in the third ODI, South Africa completely outclassed England and secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory. England were bundled out for just 153 runs after Rabada ripped through the batting lineup with a disciplined spell of 4/39 in nine overs, including a maiden.
Jonny Bairstow top-scored with 51, while David Willey added 26 and Toby Roland-Jones remained unbeaten on 37. Rabada’s pace and accuracy never allowed England to settle, while Wayne Parnell and Keshav Maharaj chipped in with three wickets each. South Africa chased down the target comfortably in just 28.5 overs. Hashim Amla scored 55, while Quinton de Kock contributed 34 to seal the victory. Rabada’s brilliant spell also helped him rise to the No.1 position in the ICC ODI bowling rankings.
Rabada once again showcased his class during the second ODI of South Africa’s tour of Australia in Adelaide in 2018. Although South Africa narrowly lost the match by seven runs, Rabada’s bowling performance stood out in a competitive contest. Australia managed to score 231 runs, with Aaron Finch making 41, Chris Lynn scoring 44, and Alex Carey adding 47.
Rabada was the pick of the bowlers for South Africa, finishing with excellent figures of 4/54. He consistently generated pace and bounce while striking at crucial intervals to prevent Australia from posting a much bigger total. Dwaine Pretorius and Dale Steyn also bowled well in support. During the chase, Faf du Plessis scored 47 and David Miller fought hard with 51, but South Africa eventually fell short at 224/9.
Rabada announced himself on the ODI stage with a sensational debut performance against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2015. The young pacer produced a dream spell, taking 6/16 in eight overs while bowling three maidens. His devastating pace and movement completely dismantled Bangladesh’s batting lineup as the hosts were bowled out for just 160 runs.
Shakib Al Hasan scored 48, while Mushfiqur Rahim and Nasir Hossain made useful contributions. However, Rabada’s relentless attack ensured Bangladesh never recovered. Chris Morris provided strong support with 2/32. South Africa chased the target with ease, thanks to an unbeaten 63 from Faf du Plessis and 45 not out from Rilee Rossouw. Rabada’s extraordinary debut figures of 6/16 remain one of the greatest ODI debuts by a fast bowler.
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