Rabada approaches return ahead of Gqeberha Test against Australia
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Kagiso Rabada is nearing a return for the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha, which begins soon. He missed the first Test for precautionary reasons but remained with the squad and has been seen bowling with increasing intensity. His recovery appears to be progressing well, but further updates on his fitness are awaited as the match approaches.
- •Rabada missed the first Test due to precautionary measures.
- •He remained with the squad during the first match against Australia.
- •Rabada has been bowling with increasing intensity in practice.
- 3:05 PMESPNcricinfo — Rabada closing in on return for Gqeberha Test
"He had missed the first Test against Australia "from a precautionary point of view" but remained with the squad and was shown bowling with increasing intensity
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