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Arshdeep Singh, known for his swing and yorkers, has started his domination by creating a new benchmark in Indian Cricket History, becoming the first-ever Indian Cricketer to achieve this milestone.
The journey of Arshdeep’s 100 wickets has been sensational with a remarkable average of 18.49. His ability to remain calm under pressure has made him a crucial element of the Indian Cricket Team.
Reaching 100 wickets in T20I Internationals is rare and historic in light of the competency, skill, longevity, fitness, and adaptability it requires, showcasing a fast bowler’s talent, hard work, and dedication towards the beautiful sport of cricket.
The left-arm fast Bowler born on February 5, 1999, made his international debut in July 2022 against England at the Rose Bowl. Arshdeep dismissed wicketkeeper batsman Vinayak Shukla for 1 run, marking his special 100th international wicket.
Bowlers Who Have Taken 100 T20I Wickets
Bowler | Matches | Country |
Rashid Khan | 53 | Afghanistan |
Sandeep Lamichhane | 54 | Nepal |
Wanindu Hasaranga | 63 | Sri Lanka |
Arshdeep Singh | 64 | India |
Shaheen Afridi | 74 | Pakistan |
Lasith Malinga | 76 | Sri Lanka |
Tim Southee | 84 | New Zealand |
Shakib Al Hasan | 84 | Bangladesh |
Fastest Bowlers to reach 100 T20I Wickets Milestone
Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is the fastest bowler to reach this milestone. Leg spin allrounder has been contributing to the Afghanistan cricket team with his exceptional batting and bowling performances, followed in 53 matches followed by Sandeep Lamichhane from Sri Lanka, who took 54 matches, and Wanindu Hasaranga again from Sri Lanka, who took 63 matches to reach this remarkable feat. Arshdeep Singh ranked himself as the fourth fastest bowler, beating Rizwan Butt of Bahrain, who achieved the milestone in 66 games.
Arshdeep Singh has started achieving milestones in his beautiful journey of cricket and has proven himself as a key player of the Indian Cricket Team. The journey of Arshdeep Singh has been a pure example of how hard work, dedication, and focus can take a normal person to the renowned crowns and milestones of the world.
FAQs
Q. Who is the fastest bowler to take 100 T20I wickets?
A. Rashid Khan from Afghanistan is the fastest. He reached 100 wickets in just 53 matches.
Q. How many matches did Arshdeep Singh take to reach 100 T20I wickets?
A. Arshdeep Singh took 64 matches to reach the milestone.
Q. Why is Arshdeep Singh’s achievement special?
A. Because reaching 100 wickets in T20Is needs skill, consistency, and fitness. Arshdeep became the first Indian bowler to do it, making history for Indian cricket.