<p>Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan powered India to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the T20I series opener in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13). The left-hander Abhishek was on song at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, smashing seven sixes and as many fours in his blistering 32-ball 82 during the chase, with Ishan Kishan smoking 42 off 33 balls to help India land the first punch. Earlier, seamer Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball, picking up three wickets for 19 runs in his four overs. India completed the 157-chase in 13.4 overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Abhishek got his first runs with a six off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the opening over and there was no looking back for the swashbuckling left-handed batter. He lost opening partner Sanju Samson for 10 but kept up the charge with a flurry of fours and sixes to raise his fifty off 22 balls. Abhishek and Ishan Kishan, who made 42, put on 121 runs as the pair tore into the opposition attack to raise the noise of over 25,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sree-charani-india-beat-sri-lanka-womens-asia-cup-2026-final-1789322824899"><strong>Shree Charani stars with 4/20 as India beat Sri Lanka to win Women’s Asia Cup 2026</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The shots Abhishek played were flawless, exemplary," said India captain Shreyas Iyer. "Kishan has been in great form. He's very relaxed, calm and knows his game."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Abhishek fell to off-spinner Mohammad Nabi as Rashid Khan took a good catch in the deep.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Nabi soon sent back Kishan before Tilak Varma (3) and Iyer (8) saw the team home.</p><h2>Arshdeep Shines in Delhi</h2><p>India's left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh set up victory with figures of 3-19 in his four overs as he helped restrict Afghanistan to 156-8. Put in to bat, Afghanistan slipped to 43-5 before Azmatullah Omarzai hit an unbeaten 64.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Returning pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah started with a wide down the leg side for five extras but struck on the second legal delivery to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz, caught at first slip.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Iyer praised Bumrah, calling the pace spearhead, who returned to the team after an injury in the second ODI against England in Cardiff on July 16, a "great asset".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, skipper Ibrahim Zadran attempted to hit back with two fours but was soon run out for 11 after a mix up with Sediqullah Atal to give India the upper hand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I would say that run out was the turning point," said Zadran. "Ishan Kishan grabbed the ball and threw it to the bowler. They got the momentum."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Wickets kept tumbling as spinners Axar Patel and Varun Chakravarthy took one each as Afghanistan lost half their side in seven overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Omarzai, who survived a dropped catch on 39, and Nabi (33) then combined to rebuild the innings with a partnership of 83. Arshdeep broke the stand as he bowled Nabi off a slower yorker.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Omarzai stuck around until the end as Afghanistan got 21 runs off the last over from Shivam Dube but it was not enough against the reigning T20 world champions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Delhi will host the second T20I on Tuesday (Sep 15).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>(With inputs from AFP)</i></p>

Abhishek Sharma's 32-ball 82 and Arshdeep Singh's 3-19 led India to a dominant 7-wicket win over Afghanistan in the 1st T20I at Delhi's Kotla ground.

Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan powered India to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the T20I series opener in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13). The left-hander Abhishek was on song at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, smashing seven sixes and as many fours in his blistering 32-ball 82 during the chase, with Ishan Kishan smoking 42 off 33 balls to help India land the first punch. Earlier, seamer Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball, picking up three wickets for 19 runs in his four overs. India completed the 157-chase in 13.4 overs. Abhishek got his first runs with a six off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the opening over and there was no looking back for the swashbuckling left-handed batter. He lost opening partner Sanju Samson for 10 but kept up the charge with a flurry of fours and sixes to raise his fifty off 22 balls. Abhishek and Ishan Kishan, who made 42, put on 121 runs as the pair tore into the opposition attack to raise the noise of over 25,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Also read| Shree Charani stars with 4/20 as India beat Sri Lanka to win Women’s Asia Cup 2026 "The shots Abhishek played were flawless, exemplary," said India captain Shreyas Iyer. "Kishan has been in great form. He's very relaxed, calm and knows his game." Abhishek fell to off-spinner Mohammad Nabi as Rashid Khan took a good catch in the deep. Nabi soon sent back Kishan before Tilak Varma (3) and Iyer (8) saw the team home. Arshdeep Shines in Delhi India's left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh set up victory with figures of 3-19 in his four overs as he helped restrict Afghanistan to 156-8. Put in to bat, Afghanistan slipped to 43-5 before Azmatullah Omarzai hit an unbeaten 64. Returning pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah started with a wide down the leg side for five extras but struck on the second legal delivery to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz, caught at first slip. Iyer praised Bumrah, calling the pace spearhead, who returned to the team after an injury in the second ODI against England in Cardiff on July 16, a "great asset". Meanwhile, skipper Ibrahim Zadran attempted to hit back with two fours but was soon run out for 11 after a mix up with Sediqullah Atal to give India the upper hand. "I would say that run out was the turning point," said Zadran. "Ishan Kishan grabbed the ball and threw it to the bowler. They got the momentum." Wickets kept tumbling as spinners Axar Patel and Varun Chakravarthy took one each as Afghanistan lost half their side in seven overs. Omarzai, who survived a dropped catch on 39, and Nabi (33) then combined to rebuild the innings with a partnership of 83. Arshdeep broke the stand as he bowled Nabi off a slower yorker. Omarzai stuck around until the end as Afghanistan got 21 runs off the last over from Shivam Dube but it was not enough against the reigning T20 world champions. Delhi will host the second T20I on Tuesday (Sep 15). (With inputs from AFP)

<p>Abhishek Sharma's 32-ball 82 and Arshdeep Singh's 3-19 led India to a dominant 7-wicket win over Afghanistan in the 1st T20I at Delhi's Kotla ground.</p>

Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I

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<p>Has Punjab Kings (PBKS) been fielding an under-par Arshdeep Singh throughout this season thus far? Perhaps. The left-arm premium quick has leaked runs at an economy of 9.7 this season, picking 13 wickets in 12 contested matches. Although he bowled well in his phases, inconsistency with death bowling and yorkers has cost Punjab dearly. Despite leading the points table at one point at least until the last week of April, PBKS now find themselves in a do-or-die situation in the playoff race. They face the defending champions and table toppers, RCB, next, and reports of Arshdeep's body feeling restricted would unlikely help their cause.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Arshdeep has, however, been in the news for the wrong reasons lately. Be it for overusing social media, including exposing his teammate (Yuzvendra Chahal) vaping on a flight on a now-edited YouTube vlog, or breaking BCCI rules surrounding players’ partners’ involvement in or around their respective IPL teams. But what has hurt his performance or his team’s morale more is his fitness, which has now been under the scanner as the playoff stage approaches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chennai-super-kings-csk-sweat-on-punjab-vs-bengaluru-fixture-as-ipl-2026-playoff-race-tightens-pbks-rcb-dharamsala-1778991482369"><strong>Chennai sweat on Punjab-Bengaluru fixture as IPL 2026 playoff race tightens</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>“We’ve been working together a little bit and looking at his body if there’s any restrictions in his body that might be a reason for some of his performances being up and down. We think we’ve hit on a bit of a winner there. He’s been feeling a lot better in the last couple of weeks, physically,” Andrew Leipus, Punjab Kings’ head of sports science, said in a chat with the Times of India (TOI).<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking on the off-field chatter and if it impacts his game, Leipus said, “I know there’s been a bit of chatter behind the scenes of various things going on — vlogging and whatnot. In terms of his behaviour and attitude, Arsh is pretty much a flat line. He's not up or down. He gives his best out there. He’s a very loud person in the dressing room. That hasn't changed. He’s very calm.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“One of the best things the ICC ever did was take phones away. When you're in that team environment, it's not an issue. It’s outside that when it becomes an issue. I've heard rumours. I think potentially it is something that needs to be addressed,” he continued.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Arshdeep’s bowling performance isn’t the only issue with the Punjab side, who now face RCB in their last home game on Sunday afternoon. Sitting in the fourth place with 13 points from 12 contested matches, PBKS needs to win their remaining two matches to push its case for a playoff spot. For that to happen, PBKS’ bowling must click as a unit, with others also needing to pull up their socks.&nbsp;</p>

Is injury behind Arshdeep Singh's dip in form? PBKS sports science head Andrew Leipus opens up on the pacer's fitness struggles ahead of the RCB clash.

Has Punjab Kings (PBKS) been fielding an under-par Arshdeep Singh throughout this season thus far? Perhaps. The left-arm premium quick has leaked runs at an economy of 9.7 this season, picking 13 wickets in 12 contested matches. Although he bowled well in his phases, inconsistency with death bowling and yorkers has cost Punjab dearly. Despite leading the points table at one point at least until the last week of April, PBKS now find themselves in a do-or-die situation in the playoff race. They face the defending champions and table toppers, RCB, next, and reports of Arshdeep's body feeling restricted would unlikely help their cause. Arshdeep has, however, been in the news for the wrong reasons lately. Be it for overusing social media, including exposing his teammate (Yuzvendra Chahal) vaping on a flight on a now-edited YouTube vlog, or breaking BCCI rules surrounding players’ partners’ involvement in or around their respective IPL teams. But what has hurt his performance or his team’s morale more is his fitness, which has now been under the scanner as the playoff stage approaches. Also read | Chennai sweat on Punjab-Bengaluru fixture as IPL 2026 playoff race tightens “We’ve been working together a little bit and looking at his body if there’s any restrictions in his body that might be a reason for some of his performances being up and down. We think we’ve hit on a bit of a winner there. He’s been feeling a lot better in the last couple of weeks, physically,” Andrew Leipus, Punjab Kings’ head of sports science, said in a chat with the Times of India (TOI). Speaking on the off-field chatter and if it impacts his game, Leipus said, “I know there’s been a bit of chatter behind the scenes of various things going on — vlogging and whatnot. In terms of his behaviour and attitude, Arsh is pretty much a flat line. He's not up or down. He gives his best out there. He’s a very loud person in the dressing room. That hasn't changed. He’s very calm. “One of the best things the ICC ever did was take phones away. When you're in that team environment, it's not an issue. It’s outside that when it becomes an issue. I've heard rumours. I think potentially it is something that needs to be addressed,” he continued. Meanwhile, Arshdeep’s bowling performance isn’t the only issue with the Punjab side, who now face RCB in their last home game on Sunday afternoon. Sitting in the fourth place with 13 points from 12 contested matches, PBKS needs to win their remaining two matches to push its case for a playoff spot. For that to happen, PBKS’ bowling must click as a unit, with others also needing to pull up their socks.

<p>Is injury behind Arshdeep Singh's dip in form? PBKS sports science head Andrew Leipus opens up on the pacer's fitness struggles ahead of the RCB clash.</p>

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<p>Punjab Kings head of sports science Andrew Leipus acknowledged the growing buzz surrounding the team on social media, but admitted that he does not personally follow much online activity. He suggested that Arshdeep Singh may be dealing with certain physical limitations, which could be affecting his performances on the field.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Punjab Kings’ campaign has suffered a major setback after five consecutive defeats, leaving the franchise on the brink of missing out on the playoffs. The side now faces a must-win situation in its remaining fixtures against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At the same time, scrutiny around the team has intensified online, with Arshdeep attracting criticism over a Snapchat video featuring Tilak Varma, where he was heard saying, “Oye andhere.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-meeting-to-be-held-in-ahmedabad-during-ipl-final-will-pakistan-chief-mohsin-naqvi-attend-1778924276969"><strong>ICC meeting in Ahmedabad during IPL final; will Mohsin Naqvi attend?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I don’t follow a lot of social media myself, so I know there has been a bit of chatter behind the scenes of various things going on, vlogging and whatnot. I am not across that," Leipus said while speaking to the media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“In terms of his behaviour, Arsh is pretty much a flat line. He isn’t up or down. He gives his best out there. We have been working together a little bit and looking at his body, there may be restrictions that could be a reason for some of his performances being up and down," Leipus added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/she-couldn-t-reach-the-olympics-herself-now-she-wants-india-s-women-to-make-history-the-story-of-narengbam-lakshmi-devi-1778933184827"><strong>She couldn’t reach the Olympics herself. Now she wants India’s women to make history. The story of Narengbam Lakshmi Devi</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Punjab Kings management also maintained that Arshdeep’s attitude and behaviour have remained unchanged both on and off the field.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“He is a very loud person in the dressing room. That has not changed. He isn’t up and down. He is very calm. I am old. I don’t really partake in a lot of social media. You can check my name out there," Leipus said.</p>

Amid growing social media attention over his form, Punjab Kings seamer Arshdeep Singh could be battling physical constraints, according to Andrew Leipus.

Punjab Kings head of sports science Andrew Leipus acknowledged the growing buzz surrounding the team on social media, but admitted that he does not personally follow much online activity. He suggested that Arshdeep Singh may be dealing with certain physical limitations, which could be affecting his performances on the field. Punjab Kings’ campaign has suffered a major setback after five consecutive defeats, leaving the franchise on the brink of missing out on the playoffs. The side now faces a must-win situation in its remaining fixtures against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants. At the same time, scrutiny around the team has intensified online, with Arshdeep attracting criticism over a Snapchat video featuring Tilak Varma, where he was heard saying, “Oye andhere.” Also Read - ICC meeting in Ahmedabad during IPL final; will Mohsin Naqvi attend? “I don’t follow a lot of social media myself, so I know there has been a bit of chatter behind the scenes of various things going on, vlogging and whatnot. I am not across that," Leipus said while speaking to the media. “In terms of his behaviour, Arsh is pretty much a flat line. He isn’t up or down. He gives his best out there. We have been working together a little bit and looking at his body, there may be restrictions that could be a reason for some of his performances being up and down," Leipus added. Also Read - She couldn’t reach the Olympics herself. Now she wants India’s women to make history. The story of Narengbam Lakshmi Devi The Punjab Kings management also maintained that Arshdeep’s attitude and behaviour have remained unchanged both on and off the field. “He is a very loud person in the dressing room. That has not changed. He isn’t up and down. He is very calm. I am old. I don’t really partake in a lot of social media. You can check my name out there," Leipus said.

<p>Amid growing social media attention over his form, Punjab Kings seamer Arshdeep Singh could be battling physical constraints, according to Andrew Leipus.</p>

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From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout here is a look at five left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets. The list also features the likes of Jaydev Unadkat, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra.  

<p>From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout here is a look at five left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets. The list also features the likes of Jaydev Unadkat, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra. &nbsp;</p>

From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout, 5 left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets

<p>Even though Arshdeep Singh did not take a wicket in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, he still grabbed attention after the match with his funny social media videos. After India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs, Arshdeep shared several entertaining clips on his Instagram. India had earlier posted 255 while batting first, before bowling New Zealand out for 159 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to seal their third T20 World Cup title.</p><h3>Arshdeep’s reels go viral</h3><p>Arshdeep, known for his humour other than his lethal fast bowling, recorded fun moments with his teammates while the team was celebrating the big win. In one video with Sanju Samson, who was named Player of the Tournament, Arshdeep jokingly said, “Justice mil gaya” (We got justice). The comment was a playful reference to Samson’s fans, who had long demanded that he get more consistent opportunities in the team.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Arshdeep also approached India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir and jokingly asked him to smile sometimes. Gambhir laughed and responded with the phrase “Singh is King,” teasing Arshdeep back. The pacer continued making similar fun videos with other Indian players as well.</p>

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<h3>Varun’s dance steals attention</h3><p>Another moment that quickly went viral featured Varun Chakravarthy celebrating in his own style. The spinner performed a joyful dance while holding the trophy, moving his legs excitedly as his teammates celebrated around him. The commentators covering the match were also heard laughing as they watched his celebration.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">varun chakaravarthy smiling, laughing, dancing i have seen everything 😭 <a href="https://t.co/Iq3hN93SOs">pic.twitter.com/Iq3hN93SOs</a></p>&mdash; s (@_Lazy_being) <a href="https://twitter.com/_Lazy_being/status/2030716643207479751?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Meanwhile, India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav shared a humorous post on X. He reposted a 12-year-old tweet of himself with an old picture and wrote, “So happy for this guy today,” joking about how far he had come since then.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Head coach Gambhir also took to social media and said, “ this wasn’t just God’s plan, it was the plan of 1.4 Billion Indians! Each player a WORLD CHAMPION!.”</p>

Another moment that quickly went viral featured Varun Chakravarthy celebrating in his own style. The spinner performed a joyful dance while holding the trophy, moving his legs excitedly as his teammates celebrated around him.

Even though Arshdeep Singh did not take a wicket in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, he still grabbed attention after the match with his funny social media videos. After India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs, Arshdeep shared several entertaining clips on his Instagram. India had earlier posted 255 while batting first, before bowling New Zealand out for 159 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to seal their third T20 World Cup title. Arshdeep’s reels go viral Arshdeep, known for his humour other than his lethal fast bowling, recorded fun moments with his teammates while the team was celebrating the big win. In one video with Sanju Samson, who was named Player of the Tournament, Arshdeep jokingly said, “Justice mil gaya” (We got justice). The comment was a playful reference to Samson’s fans, who had long demanded that he get more consistent opportunities in the team.

<p>Another moment that quickly went viral featured Varun Chakravarthy celebrating in his own style. The spinner performed a joyful dance while holding the trophy, moving his legs excitedly as his teammates celebrated around him.</p>

'Justice for Samson’: Arshdeep’s reels go viral after India’s T20 World Cup win

<p>India secured a historic win in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, defeating New Zealand by a huge margin of 96 runs. During the match, a short on-field moment between Arshdeep Singh and Daryl Mitchell drew attention. The Indian fast bowler later apologised to Mitchell both on the field and after the match, ensuring the situation ended respectfully. The Men in Blue beat New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, winning their third T20 World Cup title and becoming the first team to successfully defend the trophy. In front of more than 86,000 fans, the Indian side dominated with both bat and ball.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, during New Zealand’s chase, a brief moment of tension occurred in the 11th over, when Mitchell had already hit Arshdeep for two consecutive sixes, putting the bowler under pressure. On the fifth ball, Mitchell played the shot straight back to the bowler and while finishing his action, Arshdeep picked up the ball and quickly tried to throw it at the stumps at the striker’s end. The throw missed and accidentally struck Mitchell on the thigh.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-new-zealand-in-ahmedabad-to-win-3rd-t20-world-cup-title-script-history-sanju-samson-abhishek-sharma-jasprit-bumrah-shivam-dube-1772987200533"><strong>T20 World Cup 2026: India crush New Zealand in Ahmedabad to win record 3rd title, script history</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mitchell looked unhappy and walked toward the bowler, showing his frustration with animated gestures. For a few moments, both players exchanged words and the atmosphere on the field became tense.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav quickly stepped in to calm things down and spoke to Mitchell while the umpire also talked to Arshdeep. Their intervention helped to settle the situation before it got worse.</p><h3>Watch the video below</h3>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="et" dir="ltr">Final Hungama : Daryl Mitchell 🆚 Arshdeep Singh <br><br>Surya ಬಂದ ಮೇಲೆ ಎಲ್ಲವೂ ಶಾಂತ... SKY Handle ಮಾಡಿದ ರೀತಿ ನಿಜಕ್ಕೂ ಅದ್ಬುತ!👏🏻🤝🏻<br><br>ವೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿ | ICC Men’s <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> 👉🏻 FINAL | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | LIVE NOW | ನಿಮ್ಮ Star Sports ಕನ್ನಡ &amp; JioHotstar ನಲ್ಲಿ.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup2026Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup2026Final</a> <a href="https://t.co/K4ECnGh9ra">pic.twitter.com/K4ECnGh9ra</a></p>&mdash; Star Sports Kannada (@StarSportsKan) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsKan/status/2030688420776018354?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Speaking after the match, Arshdeep said the throw was not intentional and explained that the ball swung unexpectedly in the air, which is why it struck Mitchell. He added that he apologised immediately after the over and once again after the match when India were celebrating their victory.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Just went to apologise to Mitchell. My throw reverse-swung and hit him so just wanted to say sorry to him for that. It was not intentional,” said Arshdeep.</p>

With this victory, India lifted their third T20 World Cup trophy, adding to their earlier titles in 2007 and 2024.

India secured a historic win in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, defeating New Zealand by a huge margin of 96 runs. During the match, a short on-field moment between Arshdeep Singh and Daryl Mitchell drew attention. The Indian fast bowler later apologised to Mitchell both on the field and after the match, ensuring the situation ended respectfully. The Men in Blue beat New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, winning their third T20 World Cup title and becoming the first team to successfully defend the trophy. In front of more than 86,000 fans, the Indian side dominated with both bat and ball. However, during New Zealand’s chase, a brief moment of tension occurred in the 11th over, when Mitchell had already hit Arshdeep for two consecutive sixes, putting the bowler under pressure. On the fifth ball, Mitchell played the shot straight back to the bowler and while finishing his action, Arshdeep picked up the ball and quickly tried to throw it at the stumps at the striker’s end. The throw missed and accidentally struck Mitchell on the thigh.

<p>With this victory, India lifted their third T20 World Cup trophy, adding to their earlier titles in 2007 and 2024.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026, Final | WATCH: Arshdeep apologises to Daryl Mitchell after on-field spat

From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh

<p>From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh</p>

5 Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand

From Rachin Ravindra to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (Super Eight stage). This list also includes Varun Chakaravarthy, Liam Dawson and Corbin Bosch

<p>From Rachin Ravindra to Jasprit Bumrah, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (Super Eight stage). This list also includes Varun Chakaravarthy, Liam Dawson and Corbin Bosch</p>

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 (Super 8 stage)

<p>Jasprit Bumrah proved once again why is he treated like a royalty in India's fast bowling histoy. On a day when every India fast bowler went for a minimum of eight runs per over, Bumrah bowled a spell of 3/15 in four overs against South Africa in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match on Sunday (Feb 22) in Ahmedabad. Minus Bumrah's figures, South Africa scored 157/4 in 16 overs at nearly 10 runs per over. During his spell, Bumrah also became the highest wicket-taker for India in T20 World Cups - 33 in 22 innings - going past Ravi Ashwin's record of 32 wickets in 24 innings in the tournament history.</p><h2>Bumrah now India's highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cups</h2><p>Bumrah's 33 wickets in T20 World Cups have come at an average of just 13.36 and a strike rate of 14.78. His economy of 5.42 is the lowest among all bowlers with 30 or more wickets in T20 World Cups - a testament to his skills of drying up runs while ensuring wickets keep tumbling. While Bumrah's has never taken a five-wicket haul or even a four-wicket haul in T20 WC history, it is more to do with the respect he gets from batters while bowling as they are more cautious when playing him and just let him complete his quota instead of trying to whack him to increase his wicket tally.</p><p>Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/el-mencho-death-football-matches-postponed-in-fifa-world-cup-co-host-mexico-following-violence-after-drug-lord-killed-1771819647066">Football matches postponed in Mexico following drug lord El Mencho's death</a></p><p>Behind Bumrah, Arshdeep stands tall alongside Ashwin at 32 wickets. The left-arm pacer, however, has taken the wickets in just 18 innings including a two-fer in the Sunday's match against South Africa. All-rounder Hardik Pandya comes at number 4 with 29 wickets and Ravindra Jadeja, now retired from T20s like Ashwin (all format), with 22 wickets.</p><h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-win-vs-zim-wi-and-how-can-india-qualify-for-semis-after-loss-vs-sa-in-super-8-1771811600396">How can India qualify for semis after loss vs SA in Super 8</a></h2><p>The loss has left India in do-or-die territory at the World Cup they are defending with no scope for another bad day if they are to become the first team to win back-to-back T20 titles. With two more matches left - vs Zimbabwe (Feb 26) and vs West Indies (Mar 1), India must not only win but also hope for a loss for other teams if they are to advance to the semis.&nbsp;</p>

Bumrah is now the highest wicket-taker for India in T20 World Cups - 33 in 22 innings - going past Ravi Ashwin's record of 32 wickets in 24 innings in the tournament history. His economy of 5.42 is the lowest among all bowlers with 30 or more wickets in T20 World Cups.

Jasprit Bumrah proved once again why is he treated like a royalty in India's fast bowling histoy. On a day when every India fast bowler went for a minimum of eight runs per over, Bumrah bowled a spell of 3/15 in four overs against South Africa in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match on Sunday (Feb 22) in Ahmedabad. Minus Bumrah's figures, South Africa scored 157/4 in 16 overs at nearly 10 runs per over. During his spell, Bumrah also became the highest wicket-taker for India in T20 World Cups - 33 in 22 innings - going past Ravi Ashwin's record of 32 wickets in 24 innings in the tournament history. Bumrah now India's highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cups Bumrah's 33 wickets in T20 World Cups have come at an average of just 13.36 and a strike rate of 14.78. His economy of 5.42 is the lowest among all bowlers with 30 or more wickets in T20 World Cups - a testament to his skills of drying up runs while ensuring wickets keep tumbling. While Bumrah's has never taken a five-wicket haul or even a four-wicket haul in T20 WC history, it is more to do with the respect he gets from batters while bowling as they are more cautious when playing him and just let him complete his quota instead of trying to whack him to increase his wicket tally. Also Read - Football matches postponed in Mexico following drug lord El Mencho's death Behind Bumrah, Arshdeep stands tall alongside Ashwin at 32 wickets. The left-arm pacer, however, has taken the wickets in just 18 innings including a two-fer in the Sunday's match against South Africa. All-rounder Hardik Pandya comes at number 4 with 29 wickets and Ravindra Jadeja, now retired from T20s like Ashwin (all format), with 22 wickets. How can India qualify for semis after loss vs SA in Super 8 The loss has left India in do-or-die territory at the World Cup they are defending with no scope for another bad day if they are to become the first team to win back-to-back T20 titles. With two more matches left - vs Zimbabwe (Feb 26) and vs West Indies (Mar 1), India must not only win but also hope for a loss for other teams if they are to advance to the semis.

<p>Bumrah is now the highest wicket-taker for India in T20 World Cups - 33 in 22 innings - going past Ravi Ashwin's record of 32 wickets in 24 innings in the tournament history. His economy of 5.42 is the lowest among all bowlers with 30 or more wickets in T20 World Cups.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026 | Bumrah's magic vs SA in Super 8 earns him another crown in Indian bowling history

<p>Surkyakumar Yadav’s India team made a winning start to the T20 World Cup as they beat the USA in their opening contest at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday (Feb 7). Entering as the defending champions, India beat the USA by 29 runs to start on a winning note. The win came despite the Indian batters’ poor show, while captain Suryakumar did the rescue act with an unbeaten knock of 84 runs.</p><h2><strong>India make winning start</strong></h2><p>Having struggled with the bat, Indian bowlers made amends as they restricted the USA to 132/8 in their 20 overs. India cornered the USA to 13/3 at the start of their innings with Andries Gous (6), Saiteja Mukkamalla (2) and captain Monank Patel (0) departing early. The visitors then made a decent comeback, Milind Kumar (34), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37) and Shubham Ranjane (37) contributing well.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, the USA were unable to catch up with the required rate, meaning they were the second favourites to win the match. In the end, wickets at regular intervals saw India edge the contest and break the duck on the points table.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691"><strong>From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in India’s innings?</strong></h2><p>India lost Abhishek Sharma (0) on the second ball of the second over, meaning the hosts made a poor start to their innings. Ishan Kishan (20) and returning Tilak Varma (25) then steadied the ship for the Men Blue before both were dismissed in quick succession. India soon went from 45/1 to 77/6, losing wickets in tandem.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185"><strong>Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shivam Dube (0), Rinku Singh (6) and Hardik Pandya (5) were dismissed cheaply as India needed a good hand at the other end to rescue their innings. Arshdeep Singh (14) was the only other batter in double figures.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Player of the Series against New Zealand, skipper Suryakumar Yadav was the key act for India as he scored an unbeaten 84. His innings consisted of 10 fours and 4 sixes and helped the defending champions reach the vital 150-run mark. Along with Axar Patel, he put in 41 runs for the seventh wicket, a key reason India reached 161/9 in their 20 overs.</p>

Entering as the defending champions, India beat the USA by 29 runs to start on a winning note. The win came despite the Indian batters’ poor show, while captain Suryakumar Yadav did the rescue act with an unbeaten knock of 84 runs.

Surkyakumar Yadav’s India team made a winning start to the T20 World Cup as they beat the USA in their opening contest at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday (Feb 7). Entering as the defending champions, India beat the USA by 29 runs to start on a winning note. The win came despite the Indian batters’ poor show, while captain Suryakumar did the rescue act with an unbeaten knock of 84 runs. India make winning start Having struggled with the bat, Indian bowlers made amends as they restricted the USA to 132/8 in their 20 overs. India cornered the USA to 13/3 at the start of their innings with Andries Gous (6), Saiteja Mukkamalla (2) and captain Monank Patel (0) departing early. The visitors then made a decent comeback, Milind Kumar (34), Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37) and Shubham Ranjane (37) contributing well. However, the USA were unable to catch up with the required rate, meaning they were the second favourites to win the match. In the end, wickets at regular intervals saw India edge the contest and break the duck on the points table. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds What happened in India’s innings? India lost Abhishek Sharma (0) on the second ball of the second over, meaning the hosts made a poor start to their innings. Ishan Kishan (20) and returning Tilak Varma (25) then steadied the ship for the Men Blue before both were dismissed in quick succession. India soon went from 45/1 to 77/6, losing wickets in tandem. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Shivam Dube (0), Rinku Singh (6) and Hardik Pandya (5) were dismissed cheaply as India needed a good hand at the other end to rescue their innings. Arshdeep Singh (14) was the only other batter in double figures. Player of the Series against New Zealand, skipper Suryakumar Yadav was the key act for India as he scored an unbeaten 84. His innings consisted of 10 fours and 4 sixes and helped the defending champions reach the vital 150-run mark. Along with Axar Patel, he put in 41 runs for the seventh wicket, a key reason India reached 161/9 in their 20 overs.

<p>Entering as the defending champions, India beat the USA by 29 runs to start on a winning note. The win came despite the Indian batters’ poor show, while captain Suryakumar Yadav did the rescue act with an unbeaten knock of 84 runs.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026: India start campaign on winning note despite batting struggles, beat USA in opener

T20 WC Bowling Records: Bangladesh's Shakib has most wickets (50), India's Arshdeep and Afghanistan's Farooqi have most wickets (17) in one edition while Sri Lanka'a Ajanthan Mendis has best bowling figures in an innings - 6/8 in 2007 T20 World Cup.

<p><strong>T20 WC Bowling Records: </strong>Bangladesh's Shakib has most wickets (50), India's Arshdeep and Afghanistan's Farooqi have most wickets (17) in one edition while Sri Lanka'a Ajanthan Mendis has best bowling figures in an innings - 6/8 in 2007 T20 World Cup.</p>

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From Arshdeep Singh to Rashid Khan here is a look at five bowlers fastest to 100 T20I wickets. The list also features the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga, Haris Rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi. 

<p>From Arshdeep Singh to Rashid Khan here is a look at five bowlers fastest to 100 T20I wickets. The list also features the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga, Haris Rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi.&nbsp;</p>

Meet 5 bowlers fastest to 100 T20I wickets ft Rashid Khan (Test playing nations only)

<p>Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh made a strong start on his return to the side on Sunday (Jan 18), removing Henry Nicholls in his very first over during the third ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. The wicket was fell on the fourth ball of New Zealand’s innings. Arshdeep bowled a good-length delivery that moved slightly away from the batter. Nicholls looked unsure and tried to leave the ball at the last moment, but it took an inside edge and hit the stumps. He was dismissed for a duck, leaving New Zealand at 5 for one in 0.4 overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-got-the-benefit-of-being-an-all-rounder-ayush-badoni-on-maiden-india-call-up-1768717890955"><strong>'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up</strong></a></p><h2>Watch the video&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Fabulous start this from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> 🔥<br><br>Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana have dismissed both the New Zealand openers 🙌<br><br>Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/KR2ertVmpx">https://t.co/KR2ertVmpx</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/fyKf3g0qCO">pic.twitter.com/fyKf3g0qCO</a></p>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2012800253057962249?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Meanwhile, Harshit Rana also made an immediate impact, dismissing Devon Conway with his first ball. Conway scored five runs from four deliveries. At the time of writing, New Zealand were 11 for two after three overs, with Will Young and Daryl Mitchell at the crease. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-indore-arshdeep-returns-as-india-bowl-first-after-winning-toss-check-team-sheets-1768722443004"><strong>IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: Arshdeep returns as India bowl first | check team sheets</strong></a></p><h2>IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI - Playing XI's</h2><p><strong>New Zealand:</strong> Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell (captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>India:</strong> Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh</p>

Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh made a strong start on his return to the side on Sunday (Jan 18), removing Henry Nicholls in his very first over during the third ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. The wicket was fell on the fourth ball of New Zealand’s innings. Arshdeep bowled a good-length delivery that moved slightly away from the batter. Nicholls looked unsure and tried to leave the ball at the last moment, but it took an inside edge and hit the stumps. He was dismissed for a duck, leaving New Zealand at 5 for one in 0.4 overs. Also Read - 'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up Watch the video

<p>Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.</p>

Arshdeep Singh strikes in first over on ODI return, removes Nicholls for golden duck - WATCH

<p>Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first against New Zealand in the third and final ODI at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.&nbsp;</p><h3>Here are the two teams for the final One-Dayer</h3><p><strong>India – </strong>Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>New Zealand –</strong> Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay(wk), Michael Bracewell(captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Toss Update 🚨 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> win the toss in the decider and elect to bowl first. <br><br>Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/KR2ertVUf5">https://t.co/KR2ertVUf5</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/2VBlbox60u">pic.twitter.com/2VBlbox60u</a></p>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2012791003334455478?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>While Indore remains a happy hunting ground for Team India, who have yet to lose a 50-over game here, New Zealand will enter this contest on the back of a magnificent run chase in Rajkot, led by Daryl Mitchell’s hundred.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At the toss, Gill acknowledged the challenge in front of his team, adding that the dew is unlikely to play a role in the decider. New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell, on the other hand, also admitted wanting to chase in Indore.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“We will bowl first. That's what we spoke (on the decision to bowl), batting first, New Zealand put us under pressure. One of the decisions we're bowling first is that the surface looks good, don't expect a lot of dew, runs on the board would let us chase better. Need to vary our lengths in the middle-overs, that's what we want to do. One change, Arshdeep comes in place of Prasidh,” Indian captain Gill said at the toss.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“We would have bowled first, but I think it looks like a good surface, and I guess we're going to quickly shift to the mindset of batting first. That's right, it's a big, exciting opportunity for us to win a series over here in the one-day format. I think they've shown good temperament. They're getting used to international cricket and have made a good fist of it so far (on the new faces). With the series on the line, you want to be able to do that stuff under pressure. So, I'm looking forward to seeing how they go again tonight. No changes from the last game,” Bracewell said.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Arshdeep struck gold in his first over, dismissing NZ opener Henry Nicholas, bowled on a first-ball duck.</p>

While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.

Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first against New Zealand in the third and final ODI at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider. Here are the two teams for the final One-Dayer India – Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj New Zealand – Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay(wk), Michael Bracewell(captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox

<p>While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.</p>

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From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh

<p>From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh</p>

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand

Across nine editions of the T20 World Cups, several Indians bowlers shone big time. Let’s look at who is India’s highest wicket-taker in the T20 World Cup history. The list includes two former T20 cricketers.

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Meet 5 Indian bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup history

With the 10th edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup just around the corner, we take a look at the Indians who returned with the most wickets in each of the last five editions from 2014 to 2024.

<p>With the 10th edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup just around the corner, we take a look at the Indians who returned with the most wickets in each of the last five editions from 2014 to 2024.</p>

Meet 5 Indians to pick most wickets in each of last 5 T20 World Cups

From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets in 2025. This list also includes Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah

<p>From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets in 2025. This list also includes Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah</p>

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets in 2025, check who tops the list

<p>India secured a dominating seven-wicket win against South Africa in the third T20I at the&nbsp;<strong> </strong>Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday (Dec 14). Chasing a modest total of 118 runs in 20 overs, India got off to a strong start as openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill added 50 runs together. Abhishek scored 35 before being dismissed by Corbin Bosch. Gill then built another steady partnership with Tilak Varma, adding 32 runs, before Marco Jansen removed Gill for 28.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 25, while Shivam Dube stayed not out on 10 to finish the chase for their team. Captain Suryakumar Yadav also chipped in with 12 runs, hitting two boundaries.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/under-19-asia-cup-india-crush-pakistan-by-90-runs-in-a-rain-affected-match-1765720070849"><strong>Under-19 Asia Cup: India crush Pakistan by 90 runs in a rain-affected match</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For South Africa, Lungi Ngidi (1/23), Marco Jansen (1/24) and Corbin Bosch (1/18) claimed one wicket each. With this win, India now lead the five-match series 2-1.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, after winning the toss, Suryakumar Yadav chose to bowl first. South Africa’s batting began on a poor note, with openers Quinton de Kock (1) and Reeza Hendricks (0) getting out cheaply.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Aiden Markram tried to steady the innings with a well made half-century but was dismissed by Arshdeep Singh for 61. Donovan Ferreira (20) and Anrich Nortje (12) were the only other batters to reach double figures.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For India, Arshdeep Singh (2/13), Harshit Rana (2/34), Kuldeep Yadav (2/12) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/11) took two wickets each, while Hardik Pandya (1/23) and Shivam Dube (1/21) claimed one wicket apiece.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-lionel-messi-arrives-at-wankhede-stadium-meets-sunil-chhetri-during-goat-tour-1765715921220"><strong>Watch | Lionel Messi arrives at Wankhede Stadium, meets Sunil Chhetri, Sachin Tendulkar during GOAT Tour</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Suryakumar and Co. will now head to Lucknow for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.</p>

Suryakumar and Co. will now head to Lucknow for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.

India secured a dominating seven-wicket win against South Africa in the third T20I at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday (Dec 14). Chasing a modest total of 118 runs in 20 overs, India got off to a strong start as openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill added 50 runs together. Abhishek scored 35 before being dismissed by Corbin Bosch. Gill then built another steady partnership with Tilak Varma, adding 32 runs, before Marco Jansen removed Gill for 28. Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 25, while Shivam Dube stayed not out on 10 to finish the chase for their team. Captain Suryakumar Yadav also chipped in with 12 runs, hitting two boundaries. Also Read - Under-19 Asia Cup: India crush Pakistan by 90 runs in a rain-affected match For South Africa, Lungi Ngidi (1/23), Marco Jansen (1/24) and Corbin Bosch (1/18) claimed one wicket each. With this win, India now lead the five-match series 2-1. Earlier, after winning the toss, Suryakumar Yadav chose to bowl first. South Africa’s batting began on a poor note, with openers Quinton de Kock (1) and Reeza Hendricks (0) getting out cheaply. Aiden Markram tried to steady the innings with a well made half-century but was dismissed by Arshdeep Singh for 61. Donovan Ferreira (20) and Anrich Nortje (12) were the only other batters to reach double figures. For India, Arshdeep Singh (2/13), Harshit Rana (2/34), Kuldeep Yadav (2/12) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/11) took two wickets each, while Hardik Pandya (1/23) and Shivam Dube (1/21) claimed one wicket apiece. Also Read - Watch | Lionel Messi arrives at Wankhede Stadium, meets Sunil Chhetri, Sachin Tendulkar during GOAT Tour Suryakumar and Co. will now head to Lucknow for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.

<p>Suryakumar and Co. will now head to Lucknow for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.</p>

IND vs SA, 3rd T20I: India hammer South Africa by 7 wickets, lead series 2-1

<p>In the second T20I between India and South Africa at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh, head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday (Dec 11) was visibly upset after pacer Arshdeep Singh bowled seven wides in a single over. The left-arm pacer needed 13 balls to finish the 11th over and looked completely out of rhythm. His attempted wide yorkers kept going wrong and commentators noted the rising tension in the Indian dugout. The crowd reacted loudly to the repeated extras and the pressure on Indian bowlers increased as Arshdeep struggled to control his line.</p><h2>Watch the video -&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No matter the situation, abusing a youngster is never justified. Shame on Gautam Gambhir for his actions towards Arshdeep Singh <a href="https://t.co/05Ie1q4auy">pic.twitter.com/05Ie1q4auy</a></p>&mdash; 𝐀𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐌𝐒𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐧™ (@AaravMsd_07) <a href="https://twitter.com/AaravMsd_07/status/1999125808259244081?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, India won the toss and chose to bowl first. South Africa had a slow start with opener Reeza Hendricks falling for eight to Varun Chakaravarthy. After that, Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram (23) steadied the innings, but Markram was later dismissed by Chakaravarthy in the 11th over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-love-indian-vice-captain-smriti-mandhana-opens-up-after-wedding-call-off-1765452789672"><strong>I love..: Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana opens up after wedding call-off</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At the time of writing, South Africa were 131/2 after 13 overs, with De Kock on 73 and Dewald Brevis on 6. For India, Varun Chakaravarthy was the only bowler to take two important wickets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-shahid-afridi-reignites-verbal-feud-with-gautam-gambhir-says-you-are-not-always-1765428799906"><strong>Shahid Afridi reignites verbal feud with Gautam Gambhir, says 'you are not always...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, it will be interesting to see how Indian bowlers will try to stop South Africa’s strong batting lineup, while the Proteas will look to post a big total and put India under early pressure as they aim to level the five-match T20I series.</p>

Now, it will be interesting to see how Indian bowlers will try to stop South Africa’s strong batting lineup, while the Proteas will look to post a big total and put India under early pressure as they aim to level the five-match T20I series.

In the second T20I between India and South Africa at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh, head coach Gautam Gambhir on Thursday (Dec 11) was visibly upset after pacer Arshdeep Singh bowled seven wides in a single over. The left-arm pacer needed 13 balls to finish the 11th over and looked completely out of rhythm. His attempted wide yorkers kept going wrong and commentators noted the rising tension in the Indian dugout. The crowd reacted loudly to the repeated extras and the pressure on Indian bowlers increased as Arshdeep struggled to control his line. Watch the video -

<p>Now, it will be interesting to see how Indian bowlers will try to stop South Africa’s strong batting lineup, while the Proteas will look to post a big total and put India under early pressure as they aim to level the five-match T20I series.</p>

IND vs SA, 2nd T20I: Gautam Gambhir loses cool as Arshdeep Singh bowls seven wides in an over - WATCH

As India announced their squad for the ODI series against South Africa, lets have a look at the top five players who can be the game changer for India in the upcoming series. This list includes the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh and KL Rahul

<p>As India announced their squad for the ODI series against South Africa, lets have a look at the top five players who can be the game changer for India in the upcoming series. This list includes the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh and KL Rahul</p>

IND vs SA, ODI series: 5 Indian players to watch out for ft Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

<p>Arshdeep Singh is India's highest wicket-taker in T20Is but was made to sit out of the first two T20Is in the ongoing series against Australia. The decision drew a lot ire from fans and former cricketers alike. The left-arm pacer was then included in the third T20I of the series. Arshdeep not only justified his selection with 3/35 but won the Player of the Match award as well in India's series-levelling win. India's bowling coach Morne Morkel, however, has shed some light on the team's decision to sit out Arshdeep.</p><h2>Morkel on Arshdeep sitting out of playing XI</h2><p>“It is not easy,” Morkel conceded about Arshdeep. “There will always be disappointment in terms of players and selection, but that is something at times that, as a player, is uncontrollable.”</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-zimbabwe-sean-williams-world-s-second-longest-serving-active-cricketer-enters-rehab-for-drug-addiction-1762319472405">Zimbabwe's Sean Williams enters rehab for drug addiction, loses contract</a></p><p>“For us, from our side, we just keep on asking them to work hard and try hard and be ready for when they do get the opportunity. There are limited games now leading into the T20 World Cup, so it is essential for us to see how the players can react in certain situations under pressure; otherwise, it will be unknown to us. So it is a bit of playing those sorts of games and then still having the mindset to win the game of cricket,” he added.</p><h2>Arshdeep's performance for India in T20Is</h2><p>Arshdeep has been a standout performer for India in T20Is ever since making his debut in 2022 on the back of his performance in IPL. Arshdeep has since played 66 T20Is for India and has taken 104 wickets - the only Indian bowler to take 100+ wickets in the format. In the IPL, Arshdeep has played 82 matches and has taken 97 wickets - fourth most for a left-arm pacer behind Trent Boult (143), Ashish Nehra (106) and Zaheer Khan (102).</p>

Arshdeep has been a standout performer for India in T20Is ever since making his debut in 2022 on the back of his performance in IPL. Arshdeep has since played 66 T20Is for India and has taken 104 wickets - the only Indian bowler to take 100+ wickets in the format. 

Arshdeep Singh is India's highest wicket-taker in T20Is but was made to sit out of the first two T20Is in the ongoing series against Australia. The decision drew a lot ire from fans and former cricketers alike. The left-arm pacer was then included in the third T20I of the series. Arshdeep not only justified his selection with 3/35 but won the Player of the Match award as well in India's series-levelling win. India's bowling coach Morne Morkel, however, has shed some light on the team's decision to sit out Arshdeep. Morkel on Arshdeep sitting out of playing XI “It is not easy,” Morkel conceded about Arshdeep. “There will always be disappointment in terms of players and selection, but that is something at times that, as a player, is uncontrollable.” Also Read - Zimbabwe's Sean Williams enters rehab for drug addiction, loses contract “For us, from our side, we just keep on asking them to work hard and try hard and be ready for when they do get the opportunity. There are limited games now leading into the T20 World Cup, so it is essential for us to see how the players can react in certain situations under pressure; otherwise, it will be unknown to us. So it is a bit of playing those sorts of games and then still having the mindset to win the game of cricket,” he added. Arshdeep's performance for India in T20Is Arshdeep has been a standout performer for India in T20Is ever since making his debut in 2022 on the back of his performance in IPL. Arshdeep has since played 66 T20Is for India and has taken 104 wickets - the only Indian bowler to take 100+ wickets in the format. In the IPL, Arshdeep has played 82 matches and has taken 97 wickets - fourth most for a left-arm pacer behind Trent Boult (143), Ashish Nehra (106) and Zaheer Khan (102).

<p>Arshdeep has been a standout performer for India in T20Is ever since making his debut in 2022 on the back of his performance in IPL. Arshdeep has since played 66 T20Is for India and has taken 104 wickets - the only Indian bowler to take 100+ wickets in the format.&nbsp;</p>

India bowling coach Morkel shares reason behind making Arshdeep sit out of playing XI

<p>India’s highest T20I wicket taker, Arshdeep Singh, has finally returned to the playing XI for the third game against Australia in Hobart on Sunday (Nov 2). After warming benching for the first two games, with India playing seamer Harshit Rana in his place, Arshdeep returned, with India making as many as three changes to their playing XI. Trailing (0-1) in this five-match series, India, desperate for a win, included keeper-batter Jitesh Sharma for Sanju Samson and Washington Sundar for Kuldeep Yadav. Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and elected to field first.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, Australia also made a change to their side, bringing in all-rounder Sean Abbott for Josh Hazlewood, who was released after the 2nd T20I to prepare for the home Ashes, starting November 21 in Perth.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rajesh-banik-former-india-under15-cricketer-and-tripura-captain-dies-in-road-accident-1762066102095"><strong>Rajesh Banik, former India U-15 cricketer and Tripura captain, dies in road accident</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Here are the two teams –</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Australia -</strong> Mitchell Marsh(c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>India -</strong> Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Even though the fans continued to wonder what wrong Samson did to anyone to not get an extended run in this format despite peaking at the top from July 2024 until the Asia Cup this year, they were elated to see Arshdeep back in India’s T20I side for the first time since playing against Sri Lanka in the concluded continental tournament in the UAE.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The left-arm seamer, however, extended his lead at the top of the wickets tally for India in T20Is, with two quick scalps in his first two overs, removing the dangerous Travis Head (6) and Josh Inglis (1).&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Check out how social media reacted to Arshdeep’s inclusion -</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A great start for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> as Arshdeep Singh strikes in the very first over to dismiss Travis Head.<br><br>Live - <a href="https://t.co/7lGDijSY0L">https://t.co/7lGDijSY0L</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/3rdT20I?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#3rdT20I</a> <a href="https://t.co/PC7QHzxTN1">pic.twitter.com/PC7QHzxTN1</a></p>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1984898803460366819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> Arshdeep Singh took another wicket 🔥 <br>Best bowler of T20I 💕 <a href="https://t.co/9F8JyUQm5N">pic.twitter.com/9F8JyUQm5N</a></p>&mdash; imjobless 🇮🇳 (@sam_jobless) <a href="https://twitter.com/sam_jobless/status/1984901268478066884?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is why you need Arshdeep Singh in T20Is. Powerplay wickets &amp; death bowling. 🔥</p>&mdash; Bhawana (@cricbhawana) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricbhawana/status/1984900595350983144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ARSHDEEP SINGH IS ON FIRE..!!!!<br><br>- 2 Wickets in 2 Overs for him. <a href="https://t.co/Lrl2EvgaU6">pic.twitter.com/Lrl2EvgaU6</a></p>&mdash; Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImTanujSingh/status/1984900409048375660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">took only 4 balls to take wicket of Travis Head.<br><br>Welcome back Arshdeep Singh🔥 <a href="https://t.co/2JuhR7PSg1">pic.twitter.com/2JuhR7PSg1</a></p>&mdash; TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) <a href="https://twitter.com/TukTuk_Academy/status/1984899272417165748?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="hi" dir="ltr">Arshdeep 𝙎𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙤𝙣 Singh <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IYKYK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IYKYK</a> 😉🎯 <a href="https://t.co/cNGdp9BlZt">pic.twitter.com/cNGdp9BlZt</a></p>&mdash; KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) <a href="https://twitter.com/KKRiders/status/1984900518779756563?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Hello Gautam Gambhir, this is Arshdeep Singh for you.<br><br>Best Indian bowler in T20Is. 🗿 <a href="https://t.co/uzsggFwQ8i">pic.twitter.com/uzsggFwQ8i</a></p>&mdash; Selfless⁴⁵ (@SelflessCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SelflessCricket/status/1984900532176347554?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Arshdeep removed two Australian wickets in his first two overs upon returning to the Indian team for the third T20I in Hobart.

India’s highest T20I wicket taker, Arshdeep Singh, has finally returned to the playing XI for the third game against Australia in Hobart on Sunday (Nov 2). After warming benching for the first two games, with India playing seamer Harshit Rana in his place, Arshdeep returned, with India making as many as three changes to their playing XI. Trailing (0-1) in this five-match series, India, desperate for a win, included keeper-batter Jitesh Sharma for Sanju Samson and Washington Sundar for Kuldeep Yadav. Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and elected to field first. On the other hand, Australia also made a change to their side, bringing in all-rounder Sean Abbott for Josh Hazlewood, who was released after the 2nd T20I to prepare for the home Ashes, starting November 21 in Perth. Also read | Rajesh Banik, former India U-15 cricketer and Tripura captain, dies in road accident Here are the two teams – Australia - Mitchell Marsh(c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann India - Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Even though the fans continued to wonder what wrong Samson did to anyone to not get an extended run in this format despite peaking at the top from July 2024 until the Asia Cup this year, they were elated to see Arshdeep back in India’s T20I side for the first time since playing against Sri Lanka in the concluded continental tournament in the UAE. The left-arm seamer, however, extended his lead at the top of the wickets tally for India in T20Is, with two quick scalps in his first two overs, removing the dangerous Travis Head (6) and Josh Inglis (1). Check out how social media reacted to Arshdeep’s inclusion -

<p>Arshdeep removed two Australian wickets in his first two overs upon returning to the Indian team for the third T20I in Hobart.</p>

IND vs AUS 3rd T20I: Social media buzzes over Arshdeep Singh’s return; India make 3 changes, Harshit benched

<p>Team India is playing another white-ball game Down Under, and for the third time in this ongoing series, there are no signs of their highest wicket-taker in T20Is, Arshdeep Singh, in the playing XI. Although his absence from the recently concluded three-match ODI series is understandable, given he is not among the first-team picks in that format, the head coach and captain benching him for the first T20I in Canberra irked the fans, who took to social media to bash Gautam Gambhir for his ‘biased selection’. India is playing two seamers in the series opener, ace quick Jasprit Bumrah, who returns to the side, and Harshit Rana.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-1st-t20i-australia-win-toss-and-field-first-bumrah-returns-no-arshdeep-1761724187747">Suryakumar Yadav lost the toss, with Australian captain Mitchell Marsh sending India out to bat first</a> at the Manuka Oval. Upon announcing the team for the first of the five games, the Indian Cricket Fans were left shocked over Arshdeep’s omission.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Although he hasn’t been part of Team India’s T20I setup lately, having been benched in most games in the Asia Cup this year, his credentials are too good not to consider him for selection.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>With 101 wickets in 65 contested matches, Arshdeep Singh leads the wickets tally for India in the shortest format, with Hardik Pandya, the second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is, also absent from the scene. Jasprit Bumrah, the ace quick, sits in the third place with 96 wickets and counting and the out-of-favour leggie Yuzvendra Chahal, who also has as many wickets (96) to his name, was not even considered for selection.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Here is Team India’s playing XI for their series opener against Australia –</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Here are some of the social media reactions to Arshdeep’s omission from the playing XI -&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am watching Indian Cricket since 18 years but never seen this level of blatant favouritism in Indian Cricket where performers who are at their peak getting dropped for coach&#39;s franchise parchis.<br><br>Arshdeep is not in team after taking highest wickets at T2OI WC 2024. Shame!!</p>&mdash; Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rajiv1841/status/1983445912212123935?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No Arshdeep Singh in 1st T20 🤯<br><br>Highest wicket taker for India in T20 is not in Playing XI. GOAT Harshit Rana is playing in place of Arshdeep Singh. Wow Coach Gautam Gambhir. <br><br>Politics Gautam Gambhir favouritism..!! <a href="https://t.co/gZRxY0S22y">pic.twitter.com/gZRxY0S22y</a></p>&mdash; VIKAS (@Vikas662005) <a href="https://twitter.com/Vikas662005/status/1983441670227280259?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No Place for India&#39;s Leading Wicket taker in T20Is - Arshdeep Singh<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/JBZ2sjD3yt">pic.twitter.com/JBZ2sjD3yt</a></p>&mdash; Abhijeet ♞ (@TheYorkerBall) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheYorkerBall/status/1983442424379912472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">India&#39;s highest wicket taker in T20Is, Arshdeep Singh isn&#39;t playing, wow man unreal politics. <a href="https://t.co/2hhwUXEXfi">pic.twitter.com/2hhwUXEXfi</a></p>&mdash; Aditya Soni (@imAdsoni) <a href="https://twitter.com/imAdsoni/status/1983444881361281075?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No Arshdeep Singh, what’s the logic?</p>&mdash; Manoj Dimri (@manoj_dimri) <a href="https://twitter.com/manoj_dimri/status/1983443247826645008?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Arshdeep singh &gt;&gt;&gt; farzi rana anyday 🤡 <a href="https://t.co/QRtbK0gnNq">pic.twitter.com/QRtbK0gnNq</a></p>&mdash; कृष्णा (@iiamkrshn) <a href="https://twitter.com/iiamkrshn/status/1983443263341371555?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Arshdeep Singh- Highest wicket taker for India in T20Is makes way for Harshit Rana. 🙏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/yGdYZBxqlv">pic.twitter.com/yGdYZBxqlv</a></p>&mdash; Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) <a href="https://twitter.com/academy_dinda/status/1983444320696054090?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Curious Case of Arshdeep Singh <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsAUS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsAUS</a></p>&mdash; Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) <a href="https://twitter.com/vikrantgupta73/status/1983450777365696588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Arshdeep singh…</p>&mdash; Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) <a href="https://twitter.com/IrfanPathan/status/1983450891903709526?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">WTF!!!!<br><br>Arshdeep Singh who is India&#39;s all time highest wicket taker in T2OI, performed everywhere he played is dropped from team India&#39;s XI for KKR&#39;s Parchi Harshit Rana again!!!!<br><br>Harshit may take a fifer here but this won&#39;t be justified. What Arsh has done to Dumb Gambhir?? <a href="https://t.co/sBQmlVCqN3">pic.twitter.com/sBQmlVCqN3</a></p>&mdash; Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rajiv1841/status/1983442340120514642?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Since last playing a dead-rubber during this year's Asia Cup, Arshdeep hasn't found a place in India's white-ball teams despite being their highest wicket-taker in the T20Is.

Team India is playing another white-ball game Down Under, and for the third time in this ongoing series, there are no signs of their highest wicket-taker in T20Is, Arshdeep Singh, in the playing XI. Although his absence from the recently concluded three-match ODI series is understandable, given he is not among the first-team picks in that format, the head coach and captain benching him for the first T20I in Canberra irked the fans, who took to social media to bash Gautam Gambhir for his ‘biased selection’. India is playing two seamers in the series opener, ace quick Jasprit Bumrah, who returns to the side, and Harshit Rana. Suryakumar Yadav lost the toss, with Australian captain Mitchell Marsh sending India out to bat first at the Manuka Oval. Upon announcing the team for the first of the five games, the Indian Cricket Fans were left shocked over Arshdeep’s omission. Although he hasn’t been part of Team India’s T20I setup lately, having been benched in most games in the Asia Cup this year, his credentials are too good not to consider him for selection. With 101 wickets in 65 contested matches, Arshdeep Singh leads the wickets tally for India in the shortest format, with Hardik Pandya, the second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is, also absent from the scene. Jasprit Bumrah, the ace quick, sits in the third place with 96 wickets and counting and the out-of-favour leggie Yuzvendra Chahal, who also has as many wickets (96) to his name, was not even considered for selection. Here is Team India’s playing XI for their series opener against Australia – Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Here are some of the social media reactions to Arshdeep’s omission from the playing XI -

<p>Since last playing a dead-rubber during this year's Asia Cup, Arshdeep hasn't found a place in India's white-ball teams despite being their highest wicket-taker in the T20Is.</p>

IND vs AUS 1st T20I: Arshdeep’s omission irks fans, netizens bash head coach Gambhir over ‘biased selection’

<p>Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and elected to field first in the first T20I against India at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team sees ace quick Jasprit Bumrah returning to the side, and India’s highest wicket-taker in this format, Arshdeep Singh, finds no place in the playing XI. Besides, for the hosts, Josh Hazlewood leads the pace attack, with Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett backing him up. Marcus Stoinis and Tim David return to the T20I side. Bad news for India, however, is that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Here are the two sides for the series opener -</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>India -</strong> Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Australia -</strong> Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We are going to bowl first. It’s a good surface. I think most times we come to Canberra, it’s always a great surface, beautiful ground, and it’s going to be a stellar crowd, so I’m looking forward to it,” Marsh said at the toss.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Considering several changes to Australia’s T20I squad for this series, the hosts picked up a potent XI for the series opener. Praising the Indian Team for their recent success in this format, Marsh said, “As we know, India are the number one-ranked side in the world for a reason, so I’m certainly up and about for the contest.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics"><strong>‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, Suryakumar, the Indian captain, admitted to wanting to bat first only if he had won the toss.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“We were looking to bat first. I mean, it looks like a good wicket. And I heard from our analysts that there have not been a lot of games played here. Might get slower in the second innings. So, yeah, we wanted to bat first,” he said.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking on picking up the best XI from this squad, Surya said it’s not a bad headache to have, while mentioning who all missed out on the playing XI.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“Big headache, yeah. It's a good headache. It's not a bad headache. It's a good headache to have. But yeah, good to have so many options. The guys who are missing out are Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep and Nitish,” he continued.</p>

Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.

Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and elected to field first in the first T20I against India at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team sees ace quick Jasprit Bumrah returning to the side, and India’s highest wicket-taker in this format, Arshdeep Singh, finds no place in the playing XI. Besides, for the hosts, Josh Hazlewood leads the pace attack, with Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett backing him up. Marcus Stoinis and Tim David return to the T20I side. Bad news for India, however, is that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide. Here are the two sides for the series opener - India - Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Australia - Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood “We are going to bowl first. It’s a good surface. I think most times we come to Canberra, it’s always a great surface, beautiful ground, and it’s going to be a stellar crowd, so I’m looking forward to it,” Marsh said at the toss. Considering several changes to Australia’s T20I squad for this series, the hosts picked up a potent XI for the series opener. Praising the Indian Team for their recent success in this format, Marsh said, “As we know, India are the number one-ranked side in the world for a reason, so I’m certainly up and about for the contest.” Also read | ‘His performance said it all,’ Bengal coach backs Mohammed Shami for India return after Ranji heroics On the other hand, Suryakumar, the Indian captain, admitted to wanting to bat first only if he had won the toss. “We were looking to bat first. I mean, it looks like a good wicket. And I heard from our analysts that there have not been a lot of games played here. Might get slower in the second innings. So, yeah, we wanted to bat first,” he said. Speaking on picking up the best XI from this squad, Surya said it’s not a bad headache to have, while mentioning who all missed out on the playing XI. “Big headache, yeah. It's a good headache. It's not a bad headache. It's a good headache to have. But yeah, good to have so many options. The guys who are missing out are Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep and Nitish,” he continued.

<p>Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the first three games due to a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide.</p>

IND vs AUS 1st T20I: Australia win toss and field first; Bumrah returns, no Arshdeep

<p>Controversy unfolded in the final Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash on Friday (Sep 26) after Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka was given not out against India. Playing at the Dubai International Stadium in the final Super Four contest, a controversial decision took centre stage before the match headed into a Super Over as both teams finished with 202 runs. India would later win the Super Over to maintain their unbeaten run.</p><h2><strong>Shanaka run out controversy explained</strong></h2><p>On the fourth ball of the Super Over, Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka flicked a ball going down the leg, which was caught by Sanju Samson. Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh appealed for a caught-behind while Shanaka (at striker’s end) and Kamindu Mendis (non-striker’s end) ran to get a run. However, it was during this time that Samson’s direct hit saw Shanaka fall short and was on the verge of being run out. However, at the same phase of play, Arshdeep’s appeal for a caught-behind went in his favour and the batter was dismissed out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933"><strong>ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, that decision was challenged by the batter, upon which he was given not out. Since the first appeal stood, the later phase of play, which was the run out, was called dead, meaning Shanaka’s dismissal was void and he survived.</p><h2><strong>Here's what the law says</strong></h2><p>According to the MCC laws, a ball is declared dead as soon as it reaches the gloves of the wicketkeeper or when a batter is dismissed. The delivery is deemed dead from the instant of the incident leading to the dismissal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874"><strong>From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in the match?</strong></h2><p>Despite being a dead-rubber contest, Sri Lanka and India gave a good account with the latter set to play in Sunday’s showdown clash. India scored 202/5 in 20 overs before Sri Lanka mirrored the same score and took the match into a Super Over. Sri Lanka scored a mere 2 runs, meaning India won the Super Over easily to win the match. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka was given the Player of the Match for his excellent 107 off 58.</p>

On the fourth ball of the Super Over, Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka flicked a ball going down the leg, which was caught by Sanju Samson. Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh appealed for a caught-behind while Shanaka (at striker’s end) and Kamindu Mendis (non-striker’s end) ran to get a run.

Controversy unfolded in the final Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash on Friday (Sep 26) after Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka was given not out against India. Playing at the Dubai International Stadium in the final Super Four contest, a controversial decision took centre stage before the match headed into a Super Over as both teams finished with 202 runs. India would later win the Super Over to maintain their unbeaten run. Shanaka run out controversy explained On the fourth ball of the Super Over, Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka flicked a ball going down the leg, which was caught by Sanju Samson. Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh appealed for a caught-behind while Shanaka (at striker’s end) and Kamindu Mendis (non-striker’s end) ran to get a run. However, it was during this time that Samson’s direct hit saw Shanaka fall short and was on the verge of being run out. However, at the same phase of play, Arshdeep’s appeal for a caught-behind went in his favour and the batter was dismissed out. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more However, that decision was challenged by the batter, upon which he was given not out. Since the first appeal stood, the later phase of play, which was the run out, was called dead, meaning Shanaka’s dismissal was void and he survived. Here's what the law says According to the MCC laws, a ball is declared dead as soon as it reaches the gloves of the wicketkeeper or when a batter is dismissed. The delivery is deemed dead from the instant of the incident leading to the dismissal. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history What happened in the match? Despite being a dead-rubber contest, Sri Lanka and India gave a good account with the latter set to play in Sunday’s showdown clash. India scored 202/5 in 20 overs before Sri Lanka mirrored the same score and took the match into a Super Over. Sri Lanka scored a mere 2 runs, meaning India won the Super Over easily to win the match. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka was given the Player of the Match for his excellent 107 off 58.

<p>On the fourth ball of the Super Over, Sri Lanka batter Dasun Shanaka flicked a ball going down the leg, which was caught by Sanju Samson. Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh appealed for a caught-behind while Shanaka (at striker’s end) and Kamindu Mendis (non-striker’s end) ran to get a run.</p>

Explained: Why Dasun Shanaka was given not out as controversy unfolds in final Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash

From Arshdeep Singh to Rashid Khan here is a look at five bowlers fastest to 100 T20I wickets. The list also features the likes of Sandeep Lamichhane, Wanindu Hasaranga and Rizwan Butt after India beat Oman in the Asia Cup 2025. 

<p>From Arshdeep Singh to Rashid Khan here is a look at five bowlers fastest to 100 T20I wickets. The list also features the likes of Sandeep Lamichhane, Wanindu Hasaranga and Rizwan Butt after India beat Oman in the Asia Cup 2025.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India wrapped up their Group stage campaign of Asia Cup 2025 with a hat-trick of wins, finishing as table-toppers with a 21-run victory over Oman on Friday (Sep 19) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The win gives India plenty of confidence as they now head into the Super Four stage, where they will face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday (Sep 21). For Oman, playing in their maiden tournament, results didn’t quite go their way, but they can take pride in the skill and temperament they displayed against the defending champions.</p><h2>What happened in India vs Oman game?</h2><p>After winning the toss and batting first, India scored 188/8 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Captain Suryakumar Yadav gave his batters time in the middle ahead of the Super Four matches. Sanju Samson top-scored with 56 off 45 balls, while Abhishek Sharma smashed a quickfire 38 from just 15 balls. Tilak Varma and Axar Patel chipped in with useful runs to help India post a strong total.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-arshdeep-singh-makes-history-with-100th-t20i-wicket-against-oman-1758305604405"><strong>Asia Cup 2025: Arshdeep Singh makes history with 100th T20I wicket against Oman</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Oman, playing in their first Asia Cup, showed good fight with the bat. Aamir Kaleem (64) and Hammad Mirza (51) both hit fifties and kept their team in the chase. However, India’s total was too large, and Oman could reach 167/4. Still, the way they batted against a top side will give them confidence for the future.</p><h2><strong>Two Omani batters struck fifties against India</strong></h2><p>Hammad Mirza became only the third batter from an Associate nation to score a T20I fifty against India. Earlier in the same match, his teammate Aamir Kaleem also reached the milestone. Noor Ali Zadran of Afghanistan is the only other Associate batter on this rare list.</p><h2><strong>Arshdeep’s milestone</strong></h2><p>Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh etched his name in cricket history in Abu Dhabi. The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, reaching the landmark with his 1/37 spell against Oman.</p><h2><strong>Updated Points Table</strong></h2><h3>Group A</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Team</strong></td><td><strong>Mat</strong></td><td><strong>Won</strong></td><td><strong>Lost</strong></td><td><strong>Tied</strong></td><td><strong>NR</strong></td><td><strong>Pts</strong></td><td><strong>NRR</strong></td></tr><tr><td><strong>India (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>6</strong></td><td>+3.615</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Pakistan (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>+1.790</td></tr><tr><td><strong>United Arab Emirates (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>-1.984</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Oman (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>-2.780</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Team</strong></td><td><strong>Mat</strong></td><td><strong>Won</strong></td><td><strong>Lost</strong></td><td><strong>Tied</strong></td><td><strong>NR</strong></td><td><strong>Pts</strong></td><td><strong>NRR</strong></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Sri Lanka (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>6</strong></td><td>+1.278</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Bangladesh (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>-0.270</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Afghanistan (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>+1.241</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Hong Kong (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>-2.151</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Chasing a huge target of 189 against India, Oman showed strong fight with the bat. Aamir Kaleem (64) and Hammad Mirza (51) struck impressive fifties to keep their side in contention. However, India’s total proved beyond reach, and Oman eventually finished at 167/4.

India wrapped up their Group stage campaign of Asia Cup 2025 with a hat-trick of wins, finishing as table-toppers with a 21-run victory over Oman on Friday (Sep 19) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The win gives India plenty of confidence as they now head into the Super Four stage, where they will face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday (Sep 21). For Oman, playing in their maiden tournament, results didn’t quite go their way, but they can take pride in the skill and temperament they displayed against the defending champions. What happened in India vs Oman game? After winning the toss and batting first, India scored 188/8 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Captain Suryakumar Yadav gave his batters time in the middle ahead of the Super Four matches. Sanju Samson top-scored with 56 off 45 balls, while Abhishek Sharma smashed a quickfire 38 from just 15 balls. Tilak Varma and Axar Patel chipped in with useful runs to help India post a strong total. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Arshdeep Singh makes history with 100th T20I wicket against Oman Oman, playing in their first Asia Cup, showed good fight with the bat. Aamir Kaleem (64) and Hammad Mirza (51) both hit fifties and kept their team in the chase. However, India’s total was too large, and Oman could reach 167/4. Still, the way they batted against a top side will give them confidence for the future. Two Omani batters struck fifties against India Hammad Mirza became only the third batter from an Associate nation to score a T20I fifty against India. Earlier in the same match, his teammate Aamir Kaleem also reached the milestone. Noor Ali Zadran of Afghanistan is the only other Associate batter on this rare list. Arshdeep’s milestone Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh etched his name in cricket history in Abu Dhabi. The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, reaching the landmark with his 1/37 spell against Oman. Updated Points Table Group A

<p>Chasing a huge target of 189 against India, Oman showed strong fight with the bat. Aamir Kaleem (64) and Hammad Mirza (51) struck impressive fifties to keep their side in contention. However, India’s total proved beyond reach, and Oman eventually finished at 167/4.</p>

Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: India beat Oman to stay unbeaten in Group A

<p>Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh etched his name in cricket history on Friday (Sep 19) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving this milestone spectacularly. The landmark wicket came on the first ball of the 20th over, when Oman batter Vinayak Shukla attempted a risky shot toward deep mid-wicket, only for Rinku Singh, placed there, to take an easy catch. In his full quota of four overs, Arshdeep finished with figures of 1/37, highlighting his skill and impact in the game.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i><strong>More to follow</strong></i></p>

The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving this milestone in spectacular fashion. The landmark wicket came on the first ball of the 20th over.

Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh etched his name in cricket history on Friday (Sep 19) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving this milestone spectacularly. The landmark wicket came on the first ball of the 20th over, when Oman batter Vinayak Shukla attempted a risky shot toward deep mid-wicket, only for Rinku Singh, placed there, to take an easy catch. In his full quota of four overs, Arshdeep finished with figures of 1/37, highlighting his skill and impact in the game. More to follow

<p>The 23-year-old became the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving this milestone in spectacular fashion. The landmark wicket came on the first ball of the 20th over.</p>

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<p>From Umar Gul to Hardik Pandya, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in India-Pakistan T20Is.&nbsp;</p>

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