Kagiso Rabada IPL 2026 Stats, Wickets, Price, Team, Salary & Career Records
Kagiso Rabada is one of the most successful overseas fast bowlers in the Indian Premier League. The South African pacer is known for his pace, aggressive bowling style, and ability to pick wickets consistently in both powerplay and death overs. Ahead of IPL 2026, Rabada represents Gujarat Titans as a key member of their pace attack.
Kagiso Rabada IPL Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kagiso Rabada |
| Date of Birth | May 25, 1995 |
| Age (2026) | 31 Years |
| Birthplace | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Role | Bowler |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm Fast |
| IPL Debut | 2017 |
| IPL Team 2026 | Gujarat Titans |
| IPL 2026 Price | ₹10.75 Crore |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Career Summary
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 84 |
| Runs | 215 |
| Highest Score | 44 |
| Batting Average | 11.32 |
| Strike Rate | 106.97 |
| Fours | 16 |
| Sixes | 9 |
| Wickets | 119 |
| Bowling Average | 22.96 |
| Economy Rate | 8.62 |
| Best Bowling | 4/21 |
| 4-Wicket Hauls | 6 |
| Catches | 30 |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Batting Stats
| Season | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 9 | 7* | 9.00 | 112.50 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 11 | 20 | 11* | 20.00 | 142.86 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 48 | 25 | 9.60 | 111.63 | 5 | 2 |
| 2021 | 15 | 13 | 9* | 13.00 | 216.66 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 56 | 15* | 14.00 | 114.28 | 4 | 2 |
| 2019 | 12 | 14 | 9 | 4.66 | 93.33 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 6 | 55 | 44 | 18.33 | 85.93 | 5 | 1 |
| Career | 84 | 215 | 44 | 11.32 | 106.97 | 16 | 9 |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Bowling Stats
| Season | Matches | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Avg | Eco | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 14 | 162 | 2 | 81.00 | 11.57 | 1/41 |
| 2024 | 11 | 42 | 372 | 11 | 33.82 | 8.86 | 2/18 |
| 2023 | 6 | 23 | 232 | 7 | 33.14 | 10.09 | 2/34 |
| 2022 | 13 | 48 | 406 | 23 | 17.65 | 8.46 | 4/33 |
| 2021 | 15 | 56 | 456 | 15 | 30.40 | 8.14 | 3/36 |
| 2020 | 17 | 65.4 | 548 | 30 | 18.26 | 8.34 | 4/24 |
| 2019 | 12 | 47 | 368 | 25 | 14.72 | 7.82 | 4/21 |
| 2017 | 6 | 21.2 | 188 | 6 | 31.33 | 8.81 | 2/20 |
| Career | 84 | 317 | 2732 | 119 | 22.96 | 8.62 | 4/21 |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Auction Price History
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ₹4.20 Crore | Delhi Capitals |
| 2019 | ₹4.20 Crore | Delhi Capitals |
| 2020 | ₹4.20 Crore | Delhi Capitals |
| 2021 | ₹4.20 Crore | Delhi Capitals |
| 2022 | ₹9.25 Crore | Punjab Kings |
| 2023 | ₹9.25 Crore | Punjab Kings |
| 2024 | ₹9.25 Crore | Punjab Kings |
| 2025 | ₹10.75 Crore | Gujarat Titans |
| 2026 | ₹10.75 Crore | Gujarat Titans |
Kagiso Rabada IPL Records & Highlights
- Purple Cap winner in IPL 2020
- One of the fastest bowlers to reach 100 IPL wickets
- Best IPL bowling figures: 4/21 vs RCB (2019)
- Known for lethal pace and wicket-taking ability
Role for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026
Rabada continues to be a vital part of the Gujarat Titans bowling lineup with responsibilities including:
- Powerplay wicket-taking pacer
- Death-over specialist
- Experienced leader in pace attack
- Strike bowler for crucial breakthroughs
FAQs
How many wickets has Kagiso Rabada taken in IPL?
Kagiso Rabada has taken 119 wickets in 84 IPL matches.
What is Kagiso Rabada’s best bowling figure in IPL?
His best bowling performance is 4/21 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2019.
Which team does Kagiso Rabada play for in IPL 2026?
He plays for Gujarat Titans.
What is Kagiso Rabada’s IPL 2026 price?
He was bought for ₹10.75 crore.
When did Kagiso Rabada make his IPL debut?
Rabada made his IPL debut in 2017 with Delhi Capitals.
Who did Rabada dismiss in his famous 4/21 spell?
He dismissed players from Royal Challengers Bengaluru including top-order batters during that match.
Conclusion
Kagiso Rabada remains one of the IPL’s most feared fast bowlers. His pace, aggression, and ability to strike regularly make him a valuable asset for Gujarat Titans as they aim for success in IPL 2026.
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