Today in this article, we will discuss the top 5 Indian wicket takers in T20I. The list includes well-known names, and we also recently saw a change in the list with Arshdeep Singh climbing to the top spot 

 

Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh is a rising Indian pacer who recently reached the top spot by passing Yazuvendra Chahal. Arshdeep since his debut, has been remarkable, especially in the T20I, becoming the top wicket-taker of the format in less than 4 years. In the last year itself he took 36 wickets in just 18 matches and also played a crucial role in India’s victory in the champions trophy. In the 62 matches played he has taken 98 wickets so far.

Statistic	Value
Matches	61
Wickets	97
Average	17.91
Economy Rate	8.25
Best Bowling	4/9
Strike Rate	13.04

Yazuvendra Chahal 

Yazuvrndra Chahal, India's one of the most prominent leg spinners in these times, is second on the list. Chahal was at the top of this list until the last match where Arshdeep surpassed him, despite performing well, he didn't play any match in the ICC T20 World Cup last year though he was part of the squad.

Statistic	Value
Matches	80
Wickets	96
Average	25.09
Economy Rate	8.19
Best Bowling	6/25
Strike Rate	18.38

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, one of India's most experienced players in the T20 format, has performed exceptionally well. He has taken 90 wickets in his T20 career, with a best figure of 5/4, which is also the most economical spell in T20 international history.

Statistic	Value
Matches	87
Wickets	90
Average	23.10
Economy Rate	6.96
Best Bowling	5/4
Strike Rate	19.90

Jasprit Bumrah 

Jaspreet Bumrah, undoubtedly the best bowler in international cricket right now, is not far from the top spot. With 89 wickets to his name, Bumrah has been phenomenal for India since his debut and is becoming more important for Team India day by day.

Statistic	Value
Matches	70
Wickets	89
Average	17.74
Economy Rate	6.27
Best Bowling	3/7
Strike Rate	16.96

Hardik Pandya 

Hardik Pandya is a key player and one of the most experienced all-rounders in the T20 format for India. He is the fifth-highest wicket-taker for India in the format. Pandya played a key role for India in recent tournaments, especially the recent ICC T20 World Cup 2024, where he played a very important role in the Finals. PSofar in his T20 career., Pandya has taken 88 wickets

Statistic	Value
Matches	109
Wickets	88
Average	26.63
Economy Rate	8.18
Best Bowling	4/16
Strike Rate	19.54