If T20 cricket is a drama, then bowlers are the true drama queens. Big sixes make headlines, but it is the men with the leather, the bowler, who finally decides, once and for all, whether the night ends in a ridiculously disappointing loss or uninhibited joy. For Team India, a few players have remained constant- and those players have been bowlers” – whenever the team has walked away feeling jubilant. While some bowlers have bowled toe-crushers, and some have spun webs, all have taken wickets that have turned close contests into stunning victories. And at the front of the line for stellar seasons is Arshdeep Singh.
Arshdeep Singh
With just 48 matches in winning causes, Arshdeep Singh already holds the record for most wickets in India’s T20I wins: 83 wickets. Pretty efficient! Left-arm seamers have a little extra magic, maybe because of the trajectory out of their hands. Arshdeep has a cold-blooded nerve that adds to that magic. His 4-9 against the USA during the 2024 T20 World Cup reminded us that Arshdeep is not just about control; he is a match-winner.
What makes Arshdeep stand out is his ability to adapt. Whether it’s the swinging new ball or the brutal final overs, he backs himself. Sure, he might leak runs at times (economy just under 8), but wickets in clutch situations make up for it. In many ways, he feels like the perfect torchbearer for India’s T20 future.
Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya’s bowling never quite generates as much excitement as his batting fireworks, but you can’t discount the impact he makes with the ball in wins for India. Hardik has 80 wickets in wins, which puts him in second place on the list.
Hardik’s best spell of 4-16 against New Zealand in 2023 is the perfect example. He swung momentum in India’s favor before the batsmen even got going. And because he plays the all-rounder role, his wickets often feel extra valuable—they allow India to field an extra batter without sacrificing bowling depth.
If Arshdeep is the rising hope, then Hardik is the utility guy who plugs gaps and keeps India balanced. He’s not just a luxury; he’s the glue.
Jasprit Bumrah
Imagine facing Bumrah in the final overs of a T20 game. Those yorkers, that awkward angle, and the calmness of a surgeon—it’s almost unfair. Bumrah may not have a four-wicket haul in Indian T20I wins, but his 73 wickets at an average of 15.86 tell you everything.
His best of 3-7 against Afghanistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup is a masterclass in precision. But the truth is, Bumrah’s value often goes beyond numbers. He shuts down run rates, builds pressure, and sets the stage for others to strike. Think of him less as the guy taking the final shot and more as the one controlling the tempo of the entire game.
Rounding out the list are two veterans who’ve been crucial to India’s T20 journey—Yuzvendra Chahal and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Both sit on 71 wickets in winning causes, and while their methods couldn’t be more different, their impact is equally vital.
FAQs
1. Who has the most wickets for India in T20I wins?
Arshdeep Singh leads with 83 wickets in 48 matches.
2. How many wickets has Hardik Pandya taken in India’s T20I wins?
Hardik Pandya has 80 wickets in 82 matches.
3. Does Jasprit Bumrah have a four-wicket haul in T20I wins?
No, Bumrah’s best is 3-7 against Afghanistan.
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