Arshdeep Singh scripts history, becomes first Indian to 150 T20I wickets
Indian cricketer Arshdeep Singh became the first Indian bowler to reach 150 T20I wickets during a match against New Zealand. He achieved this milestone in record time, further cementing his status as a leading bowler in the format.
Why it matters
The achievement marks a significant statistical milestone in international cricket, highlighting the player's rapid development and impact.
Arshdeep Singh etched his name in the record books during the fourth T20I against New Zealand in Auckland on Friday, becoming the first Indian bowler to claim 150 wickets in the shortest format.The left-arm pacer reached the landmark in the final over of his spell when he dismissed New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner for five. Arshdeep bowled a full delivery outside off, forcing Santner to reach for the shot. The batter sliced it towards sweeper cover, where Nitish Kumar Reddy took a well-judged catch near the boundary.Arshdeep finished with his 150th T20I wicket in his 103rd match, further strengthening his position at the top of India's list of leading wicket-takers in the format.He has also reached the milestone in just 1,577 days since making his T20I debut, the quickest by any bowler.
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