Arshdeep Singh Becomes India’s Leading Wicket-Taker in Men’s T20Is
Arshdeep Singh, India’s left-arm fast bowler, etched his name in cricket history by becoming the nation’s highest wicket-taker in men’s T20 Internationals. The remarkable achievement came during the T20I series opener against England at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Wednesday.
Arshdeep, playing his 61st T20I match, surpassed leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal’s record of 96 wickets. He accomplished the feat by dismissing England openers Phil Salt and Ben Duckett. Salt fell to a short ball in the opening over, caught by Sanju Samson, while Duckett’s leading edge was smartly taken at cover during Arshdeep’s second over.
A Stellar Career in the Making
Since his T20I debut against England in July 2022, the 25-year-old Arshdeep has become one of India’s most reliable fast bowlers. Known for his lethal yorkers, sharp bouncers, and ability to excel in power plays and death overs, Arshdeep has been a consistent performer.
His cricketing journey began with a standout performance in the 2018 U19 World Cup, where India emerged victorious. He later rose to prominence with Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL), earning a spot in India’s T20I team.
Arshdeep’s contributions in major tournaments have been pivotal. He was India’s leading wicket-taker in the 2022 T20 World Cup with 10 wickets. He continued his form in the 2024 T20 World Cup, becoming the joint leading wicket-taker with 17 scalps, helping India secure the title.
Milestone Watch
With 97 wickets in 61 matches, Arshdeep is just three wickets shy of becoming the first Indian bowler to achieve the 100-wicket milestone in men’s T20Is.
Top 5 Indian Wicket-Takers in Men’s T20Is
- Arshdeep Singh – 97 wickets in 61 matches
- Yuzvendra Chahal – 96 wickets in 80 matches
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 90 wickets in 87 matches
- Jasprit Bumrah – 89 wickets in 70 matches
- Hardik Pandya – 89 wickets in 109 matches
With his ever-improving skillset and hunger for success, Arshdeep Singh is undoubtedly poised to reach even greater heights in his cricketing career. Fans eagerly await his next milestone as he continues to shine on the international stage.
