South Africa to decide on Kagiso Rabada's availability for Australia Test as late as possible

South Africa will wait as long as they can before deciding if Kagiso Rabada plays the first Test against Australia. Batting coach Ashwell Prince says the fast bowler will get every chance to prove his fitness.

Rabada hasn't played competitive cricket since the IPL in May. He's been recovering from an aggravated hamstring and returned only this week in a two-day intra-squad match. He got through that without major issues and will keep training with the squad.

The 31-year-old hasn't played a Test since last October's tour of Pakistan. South Africa want to be sure he can handle a full workload before they pick him.