Kagiso Rabada Concerned About IPL Balance
Rabada's concerns about the balance of the game are shared by many, and his insights on the importance of variations and clever changes of pace will be crucial for fast bowlers in the IPL. With his experience and skills, Rabada is expected to play a key role in the Gujarat Titans' campaign, and his reunion with Afghan legend Rashid Khan will be an exciting one to watch.
Kagiso Rabada, the star pacer for the Gujarat Titans, has expressed concerns that the increasing power of batting in recent IPL seasons is unbalancing the sport, and urges cricket authorities to maintain a balance between bat and ball.
Rabada's concerns stem from the high-scoring milestones achieved in recent IPL seasons, including SRH's 287-run score and another team's 286-run score against Rajasthan Royals. He believes that if the start of IPL 2025 turns into a batsman-biased competition, it may alter the sport's balance and make it predictable, losing its competitive edge. Rabada emphasizes the importance of preserving balance between bat and ball, as both low-scoring and high-scoring games are essential to the sport's enjoyment.
The South African pacer also shared his insights on the key to success for fast bowlers in the Indian Premier League, highlighting the importance of constantly changing the pace of deliveries. He noted that on sub-continent pitches, express pace is not enough, and bowlers need to use variations and clever changes of pace to deceive batsmen. Rabada also welcomed the decision to lift the saliva ban, which he believes will be an advantage for fast bowlers, allowing the ball to reverse swing.
As Rabada prepares to lead the Gujarat Titans attack this season, he expressed his excitement about playing in front of the team's supporters at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With 566 international wickets and 117 wickets in the IPL, Rabada is looking forward to making a significant impact in the upcoming season, and is comfortable with the team's dynamics, having familiar faces like Ishant Sharma, Rahul Tewatia, and Jayant Yadav.