Arshdeep Singh made history on February 26, 2026, during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Chennai. The left-arm seamer not only showcased his bowling prowess but also surpassed a significant record held by Jasprit Bumrah. His performance against Zimbabwe secured a convincing 72-run victory for India.
Arshdeep Singh Sets New Record
In his second Super 8 fixture, Arshdeep grabbed three wickets for just 24 runs in four overs. As a result, he became India’s highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history with a total of 35 wickets, eclipsing Bumrah’s previous record of 33. This achievement came in only 19 innings, giving him an average of 14.25.
Match Highlights
- Match Date: February 26, 2026
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Zimbabwe’s Innings: 184/6 in 20 overs
- India’s Innings: 256/4 in 20 overs
- Arshdeep’s Bowling Figures: 3 wickets for 24 runs
Arshdeep’s performance included a key moment where he dismissed Sikandar Raza, who scored 31 runs off 21 balls. He followed this by sending Ryan Burl back to the pavilion for a two-ball duck and wrapped up his spell by bowling out Tony Munyonga for 11 runs.
Batting Breakdown
India’s batting line-up also shone brightly in this match. Abhishek Sharma scored 55 runs off 30 balls, marking his first half-century of the tournament. Hardik Pandya contributed with an unbeaten 50 from just 23 deliveries, while Tilak Varma added a quickfire 44 runs off 16 balls.
Looking Ahead
India will face the West Indies in their final Super 8 match on February 28, 2026. A win in this match will secure their place in the semi-finals of the tournament.
As Arshdeep continues to excel, his record-breaking performance adds to the excitement surrounding India’s campaign in the T20 World Cup.
