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‘Testosterone to burn’: Kagiso Rabada plays down 2018 clash with Australia’s Steve Smith

South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada is set to return to action after recovering from a hamstring injury, facing Australia in the second Test at St George’s Park. His comeback arrives at a pivotal moment for the Proteas, who trail in the series following a heavy 214-run defeat in Durban.

Rabada, who has been sidelined since May, will make his first appearance in a Test match since then, adding urgency to South Africa’s push to salvage the series. The fast bowler has previously clashed with Australia’s Steve Smith during a heated series encounter in Gqeberha six years ago, though Rabada has dismissed any lingering tension between the two players ahead of their reunion on the field.

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