In the fiercely competitive arena of T20 cricket, where every delivery counts and the margin for error is razor-thin, one Indian bowler has etched his name in the record books for consistently dismantling the Australian batting line-up. Here are some players with most wickets by an Indian bowler against AUS in T20Is:
- Jasprit Bumrah: Jasprit Bumrah holds the record for the most wickets by an Indian bowler against Australia in T20Is, with 17 wickets in 14 matches. This is also the most wickets by any bowler in India vs Australia T20Is. Bumrah’s T20I career record against Australia includes an average of 17.85 and an economy rate of 6.35, making him a highly effective bowler against the Aussies in this format. Bumrah’s 17 wickets also make him the second-highest wicket-taker overall against Australia in T20Is, just behind Pakistan’s Saeed Ajmal who has 19 wickets.
- Axar Patel: Axar Patel is the second-highest wicket-taker by an Indian bowler against Australia in T20 Internationals, with 15 wickets in just 9 innings. The leading Indian wicket-taker against Australia in T20Is is Jasprit Bumrah with 17 wickets. Axar’s performances have been notable for his accuracy, variations, and ability to break partnerships, with best bowling figures of 3/16 and 3/17 in key matches against Australia. His wickets tally makes him a key spinner for India in T20Is against Australia.
- Ravichandran Ashwin: Ravichandran Ashwin ranks 3rd in the list of Indian bowlers with the most wickets against Australia in T20 Internationals. He has taken 10 wickets in 11 matches against Australia in T20Is, with an average of 27.54 and an economy rate of 7.76. Ashwin’s performances have been notable for his accuracy, variations, and ability to break partnerships.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: Bhuvneshwar Kumar is the joint 4th highest Indian wicket-taker against Australia in T20 Internationals, with 9 wickets. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has played 9 T20 matches against Australia, with an economy rate of 6.38. His best bowling figures in this fixture are 2 wickets for 9 runs.
- Ravi Bishnoi: Ravi Bishnoi ranks as the 5th highest wicket-taker by an Indian bowler against Australia in T20 Internationals. He took 9 wickets in a five-match series against Australia in 2023, showcasing his skill with sharp googlies and fearless bowling. He has been magnificent in T20Is.
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Jasprit Bumrah’s mastery with the ball against Australia in T20Is stands as a testament to his skill and resilience, etching his name prominently in India’s cricketing lore as the foremost wicket-taker in this fierce rivalry. His ability to consistently deliver breakthroughs has been a cornerstone of India’s success on this high-octane stage.