Arshdeep Singh Becomes First Indian to Claim 100 T20I Wickets. Arshdeep Singh made history by becoming the first Indian men’s cricketer to achieve 100 wickets in T20 Internationals (T20Is). The milestone was reached during India’s Asia Cup 2023 match against Oman, establishing him as a pioneer in the shortest format of the game. He took the wicket of Vinayak Shukla and achieved this milestone.
His achievement serves as further proof of his remarkable ascent as one of India’s most dependable bowlers in high-pressure scenarios. He is known for his ability to swing the new ball and deliver yorkers when a game needs to be won. He has developed into a match-winner for India since his debut in 2022.
From Record Maker to History Maker
Earlier this year, Arshdeep broke Yuzvendra Chahal’s record of 96 wickets. This made him the Indian bowler with the most wickets in T20Is. He accomplished this feat against England in Kolkata. He took the wickets of Phil Salt and Ben Duckett in January 2023. Since he has reached 100 wickets, Arshdeep has taken his record-setting and history, and new marker as an Indian bowler in T20Is.
This milestone also places him in a selective group of bowlers around the world who have hit the three-digit milestone in T20Is, showcasing his consistency and success through various conditions.
Arshdeep’s record is significant for Indian cricket. Traditionally, India’s T20 internationals have been a format dominated by spinners. The milestone is indicative of the growing role of fast bowlers in India’s setup. He has been a proven performer in pressure scenarios and has begun to be trusted in both power plays and at the death by experts and teammates alike.
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India is now preparing for their next major ICC events in the upcoming years. Arshdeep’s achievement provides him greater self-belief but will also add strength to India’s pace attack.