South African Fast Bowler Kagiso Rabada is now Eligible to Play for Gujarat Titans in the IPL after completing a “Substance Abuse Abuse Abuse Treatment Program” during The ban was lifted by the south African institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS), which confirmed that rabada has alredy rejoined his ipl team.
The Titans face Mumbai Indians in Mumbai on Tuesday, and Rabada is expected to be available for selection.
The 30-year-old was tested during the sa20 league in January. With the suspension now lifted, he is also in line to feature in the world test championship Final Against Australia Next Month.
“Mr. Rabada Tested Positive for a Substance of Abuse and was subsequently notified of the allegation of his doping offense on 1 April 2025. South Africa from India, “The saids release stated.
“As per the south African anti-doping rules specifically Pertaining to Substances of Abuse, The Player was offered an opportunaity to complete a Substance Abuse Treatment Programme.
After MR. Rabada satisfactorily completes, his treatment program, his provisional Suspension Ended. The player has effectively served a one -ON -ONCTH Perriand of INLIGIBILITY and MAI NOW Resume Participation in Sport, ”it added.
Cocaine, Heroin, MDMA and Cannabis are classified as ‘Substans of Abuse’, Under which rabada’s case was provided.
Such Violations Can lead to a ban of up to four years. However, if the athlete can prove the use was out-of-competion and unrelated to performance enhancement, the suspension can be reduced to three months. The period can be further reduced to two months if the athlete agrees to undergo an approved treatment program.
Rabada had left the IPL last month after playing two matches for Gujarat Titans, Citing Personal Reasons. He was bough by the franchise for Rs 10.75 Crore.
The south African pacer, who has represented his country in 241 International Matches Across Formats – Including 70 Tests – Apologized for his action.
“Moving forward, this moment will not define me. I will keep doing what I have Always don, continuously work hard and playing with passion and devotion to my craft,” He HE HAD SAID.
