T20 World Cup 2026 is underway and India’s bowlers are already making noise! With the tournament heating up, let’s take a fresh look at the top 5 highest wicket-takers for India in T20 World Cup history. These numbers show who has been the biggest threat for India over the years—and who’s still climbing.
A small mix-up happened earlier when someone thought Hardik Pandya had 34 World Cup wickets. Nope—that was just the runs he gave away (0/34) in the opener against USA on February 7. Hardik actually sits on 22 wickets in T20 World Cup matches, level with Ravindra Jadeja for fourth place among active and retired players.
Meet Top 5 Highest Wicket-Takers for India in T20 World Cup History
| Rank | Player | Wickets | Matches | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ravichandran Ashwin | 32 | 24 | Retired from T20Is |
| 2 | Arshdeep Singh | 29 | 15 | Active |
| 3 | Jasprit Bumrah | 26 | 18 | Active |
| 4 | Hardik Pandya | 22 | 25 | Active |
| 4 | Ravindra Jadeja | 22 | 30 | Retired from T20Is |
Arshdeep Singh is on fire right now. After taking 2/18 against USA, he’s just 3 wickets away from overtaking Ashwin’s all-time record. Jasprit Bumrah missed the opener due to illness but stays on 26 wickets—he could jump back into the race if he plays against Namibia on Thursday, February 12.
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Hardik Pandya remains India’s most experienced active all-rounder in the squad. Even though he went wicketless in the first game, his 22 wickets keep him tied for fourth. He’ll get more chances to move up soon.
This list shows how spin and pace have both shaped India’s World Cup success. Ashwin’s record looks tough to beat, but Arshdeep is closing fast.
Who do you think will finish on top by the end of this tournament? Arshdeep, Bumrah, or someone else? Share your thoughts below—I’d love to hear!
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