About Kagiso Rabada
Kagiso Rabada is a South African bowler who plays for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. GT retained him for ₹10.75 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹5 crore in 2017 (Delhi Daredevils) to ₹10.75 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹57.6 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Delhi Daredevils against Mumbai Indians on 22 April 2017, he has played 101 IPL matches, scoring 262 runs and taking 151 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Kagiso Rabada in IPL
- IPL finalist (2020, 2026): played in the final.
- Best bowling: 4/21 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2019.
- Best bowling season: 32 wickets in 2020.
- Player of the Match: 4 awards in the IPL.
- 101 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Kagiso Rabada’s Salary Compares at GT
Kagiso Rabada is the 5th highest-paid player in the 26-man GT squad, taking about 8.7% of the team’s total player spend. The average GT player earns about ₹4.76 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹10.75 crore.




