With 99 T20I wickets in just 63 matches, Arshdeep stands just one wicket away from becoming the first Indian to reach the 100-wicket milestone in men's T20 internationals. Globally, he would become the 25th bowler to achieve this landmark in the shortest format.
Arshdeep has carved a niche for himself as a dependable strike bowler, combining subtle swing with precise line and length. He boasts an impressive average of 18.30 and a respectable economy rate of 8.29. His best T20I performance, 4 for 9 against the USA in the group stage of the T20 World Cup 2024, remains one of the most economical spells by an Indian in the format
Since that World Cup campaign, Arshdeep has continued his fine form. In his last 11 T20I appearances, he has claimed 20 wickets at an average of just 15.15, with best figures of 3 for 14, maintaining an economy of 7.87, underlining his growing maturity as a white-ball bowler.
Beyond T20s, Arshdeep was also part of India’s squad during the Test tour of England earlier this year, where he was tipped by many to make his long-awaited red-ball debut. However, despite being in contention for the first three Tests, an untimely hand injury ahead of the fourth match in Manchester ended his hopes, forcing him to continue waiting for that elusive Test cap (Photo: BCCI)
India will open their Asia Cup campaign on September 10 against hosts UAE, followed by the much-anticipated clash with arch-rivals Pakistan on September 14. The final group-stage game will also be against UAE, scheduled for September 19
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