Ntini urges Rabada to be patient, as Aussies are expected to sledge him

Legend says rivals will target bowler as SA's main wicket taker

- By Siyasanga Monoalibe

The trademark sledging from Australia is expected to be aimed extensively at Kagiso Rabada this coming week at Lord’s, but even so, Proteas legend Makhaya Ntini has urged the star pacer not to be distracted, as he will be key in deciding the outcome of the Championship.

South Africa and defending champions Australia will finally meet at the hallowed home of cricket, the Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, for their much-anticipated final.

Rabada will be in the spotlight following his one-month suspension over the use of cocaine early this year, and Ntini says the 30-year-old should brace himself to be bombarded by the Australians.