Bangladesh vs South Africa: Kagiso Rabada achieves yet another milestone in Test cricket

South African star pacer Kagiso Rabada has etched his name in history by becoming the fastest bowler to reach 300 Test wickets in terms of balls bowled. He achieved this remarkable milestone in just 11,817 deliveries, surpassing the legendary Waqar Younis, who previously held the record with 12,602 balls. Rabada's achievement underscores his exceptional skill and consistency on the international stage, marking him as one of the elite bowlers in cricket history. In the top four bowlers with the fewest balls taken to reach 300 wickets, two other South African pacers, Dale Steyn and Alan Donald, also feature prominently. Steyn reached this milestone in 12,605 balls, while Donald achieved it in 13,672 balls. Rabada's impressive performance is a testament to the strength of South African fast bowling, showcasing the legacy of excellence that the nation has produced over the years.

Rabada claimed his 300th wicket by cleaning up Bangladesh’s Mushfiqur Rahim, a moment that solidified his status as a top-tier bowler. He is also the third-fastest South African to reach this milestone in terms of matches played, further highlighting his significant contributions to the team. At 29 years old, Kagiso Rabada is currently showcasing his talents in the first Test against Bangladesh at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. With his remarkable achievement of reaching 300 Test wickets, he has become the sixth South African pacer to hit this milestone and ranks as the third-fastest among an elite group of bowlers.

What sets Rabada apart is not just his wicket tally but also his impressive strike rate of 39.3, the highest among the 38 bowlers who have crossed the 300-wicket mark. This statistic highlights his ability to take wickets efficiently, making him a key asset to the South African team. Following closely is former South African pace sensation Dale Steyn, who boasts a strike rate of 42.3.

Rabada’s combination of skill, speed, and precision has solidified his status as one of the premier fast bowlers in contemporary cricket. His consistent performances have made him a crucial figure in the South African bowling attack, often leading from the front in high-pressure situations. As he continues to play, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how many more milestones he will achieve in his career.

Fewest Balls Bowled To Reach 300 Test Wickets

11817 - Kagiso Rabada (SA)*

12602 - Waqar Younis (PAK)

12605 - Dale Steyn (SA)

13672 - Allan Donald (SA)

Most wickets in Tests for South Africa

439 - Dale Steyn (93 matches)

421 - Shaun Pollock (108 matches)

390 - Makhaya Ntini (101 matches)

330 - Allan Donald (72 matches)

309 - Morne Morkel (86 matches)

300 - Kagiso Rabada (65* matches)