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Rabada Hails Kohli’s Relentlessness, Labels Warner Most Dangerous, Warns Fast Bowlers on T20 Shift

His remarks on the Fast Bowling Cartel podcast arrive as he readies for IPL 2026 with Gujarat Titans.

Overview

  • Speaking on the Fast Bowling Cartel podcast, the South Africa pacer said Virat Kohli was the most relentless Test batter he has bowled to, praising his measured impact under pressure.
  • He identified David Warner as the most dangerous opponent, noting the opener could "hurt you" by scoring in unconventional areas.
  • Rabada grouped Kohli with Steve Smith, Joe Root and Kane Williamson as the four batters he has found most consistently challenging over time.
  • He warned that short boundaries and low bounce in T20 diminish the value of traditional length, pushing quicks toward deception, yorkers and one-day-style variations.
  • He said data-driven preparation now lets batters rehearse "slogging a length"; CricketAddictor reports he will feature for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 after taking five wickets in seven matches at the last T20 World Cup.