IND vs SA 3rd T20I: Hardik Pandya Completes 1,000+ Runs and 100+ Wickets in T20I Cricket. Hardik Pandya achieved a major milestone in T20I cricket by reaching 100 wickets in 123 matches. He is only the third Indian bowler to achieve this benchmark after Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh. Thus, showing how long he has been around as a key bowler for Team India.
Pandya’s 100th T20I wicket came during the ongoing series with South Africa. Pandya claimed his 100th wicket by dismissing Tristan Stubbs, who was out after scoring 9 runs from 13 balls. This wicket was pivotal for Team India. There are numerous examples of this throughout his career. He is known for being calm and composed under pressure and for using his variations strategically to deceive batsmen.
Creating T20 Cricket History
Pandya’s achievement also created another historic moment in T20 International Cricket. He became the first fast bowler to complete 100+ wickets, along with scoring over 1,000 runs. This achievement represents the true fast-bowling all-rounder he is and how he is contributing to the Team in multiple roles.
His hard-hitting ability in the lower middle order has helped to set or chase totals that are quite high for India. His good seam bowling ability has allowed him to take vital wickets at critical moments against the best teams.
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This achievement for Pandya is also important for Team India to build their core ahead of the ICC T20I World Cup 2026. With over 100 wickets, over 1,000 runs and a proven record for contributing to match-winning performances.