Kagiso Rabada sets world record for fastest 350 Test wickets

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has established a new world record by becoming the fastest bowler to reach 350 wickets in Test cricket. Achieving the milestone in 13,808 balls, Rabada surpassed the previous record held by fellow South African Dale Steyn, who reached the mark in 14,719 balls.

The feat occurred during the second innings of the third Test match against Australia. Rabada's performance included the dismissal of Matt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne, and Travis Head, significantly impacting the Australian batting lineup.

In the same series, South Africa secured a 2–1 series victory over Australia, winning the final Test at Newlands in Cape Town by 176 runs. Australia's head coach, Andrew McDonald, noted that while the team fell short of retaining the series, the batting unit showed signs of strengthening despite injuries to players like Cameron Green and the absence of Steve Smith due to a neck issue.