Kagiso Rabada is a South African fast bowler who plays all formats. He made his international debut in limited-overs cricket in 2014 and his Test debut in 2015. He was the top wicket-taker for South Africa at the 2014 Under-19 World Cup. On his ODI debut in 2015 against Bangladesh, he took 6 for 16, including a hat trick. Soon after, he became the youngest South African to take ten wickets in a Test, against England in Centurion.
Rabada faced some suspensions for aggressive celebrations and later served a ban related to cocaine use before the 2025 World Test Championship final. In that final against Australia at Lord’s, he took nine wickets to help South Africa win their first ICC men’s title since 1998. By 2024, he had joined the 300 Test wicket club and had the best strike rate (39.2) among bowlers at that milestone.
Kagiso Rabada Parents: Who Are They?
Kagiso Rabada parents are Mpho and Florence Rabada. He comes from a well-educated and professional family.
Rabada has said that his parents went through struggles during the apartheid era. Even though times were difficult for them, they made sure he got good opportunities and strong support while growing up. He considers himself lucky to be part of the “Born-Free” generation and is thankful for what his parents did for him.
Kagiso Rabada Father – Mpho Rabada
Kagiso Rabada’s father is Dr. Mpho Rabada.
Dr. Mpho Rabada is a medical practitioner. He qualified at Wits University and has experience in aviation medicine and business strategy. He is originally from Mamelodi in Pretoria.
Apart from being a doctor, he is also a musician. He goes by the name Poroza Dr. He recently released a single titled “The Prophesy” featuring Neo Makoro.
He started music in school and church choirs. Later, while doing his MBA in the UK, he began producing music. He bought music equipment and started creating songs in his spare time.
His sons, including Kagiso, have been part of his music journey. They worked together on an album called “Keep on Holding,” where Kagiso sang and wrote lyrics.
Dr. Mpho Rabada says his goal is to create soulful music and give new artists a platform to grow. Social media has helped him reach listeners in countries like the US and Germany.
Kagiso Rabada’s Mother – Florence Rabada
Kagiso Rabada’s mother is Florence Rabada.
Florence works in asset management. She and her husband, Dr. Mpho Rabada, built professional careers despite the struggles of the apartheid era.
Rabada has said his parents did not have it easy during apartheid. He has said he feels blessed to be part of the “Born-Free” generation and is thankful for everything his mother and father did to give him a better life.
Does Kagiso Rabada have any siblings?
Kagiso Rabada is the elder of two siblings. He has one younger brother named Atlegang Rabada. The two share a close bond and grew up together in Johannesburg.
Atlegang has been interested in sports from a young age. He has liked soccer the most, though he has also played cricket and rugby. He has also worked on music projects with their father, Dr. Mpho Rabada. As per his LinkedIn profile, Atlegang is a student at IIE Varsity College in Johannesburg.
FAQs
Q. When was Kagiso Rabada born?
A. Kagiso Rabada was born on 25 May 1995.
Q. What type of bowler is Kagiso Rabada?
A. Kagiso Rabada is a right-arm fast bowler who plays all formats of cricket.
Q. When did Kagiso Rabada make his international and Test debut?
A. Kagiso Rabada made his international debut in November 2014 in limited-overs cricket and his Test debut in November 2015.
Q. What major awards has Kagiso Rabada received?
A. Kagiso Rabada won six awards at Cricket South Africa’s annual dinner in 2016 and again in 2018. Wisden named him the best young player in the world in August 2018.
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