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Kagiso Rabada Ruled Out of South Africa vs Australia Test Series: The South African cricket team has received disappointing news just ahead of the upcoming home Test series against Australia. The team's most experienced and lethal fast bowler, Kagiso Rabada, has been ruled out of the entire Test series due to a severe right hamstring injury. According to medical reports, it will take him at least two months to recover.
Kagiso Rabada Injury Update: Suffered Grade-3 Hamstring
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The 31-year-old Rabada felt a strain during his winter conditioning program. Extensive medical examinations confirmed a Grade-3 tear. Lions bowling coach and former legendary fast bowler Allan Donald confirmed the news, stating that Rabada would not be able to participate in any of the three Test matches against Australia.
Initially, Rabada was scheduled to make his return to the field via a four-day domestic match starting on September 10, but those plans have now been completely scrapped.
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Kagiso Rabada Test Stats vs Australia and WTC Final Performance
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Rabada's absence is a massive blow to the Proteas team. His record against Australian batsmen has been outstanding:
- Total Tests: 73 (340 wickets)
- Tests against Australia: 11
- Wickets against Australia: 58 (Average: 21.39)
- WTC 2025 Final: During the historic victory at Lord's, he claimed 9 wickets for 110 runs in the match.
South Africa vs Australia Test and ODI Series Schedule
A three-match ODI series will be played between the two teams prior to the Test series, with the first match taking place in Durban on September 24. Rabada's participation in the ODI series will also depend on his fitness recovery.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| First Test | 09 October | Durban |
| Second Test | 18 October | Gqeberha |
| Third Test | 27 October | Cape Town |
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