When it comes to T20 cricket, explosive batting displays often take center stage, but the format is equally about breathtaking demonstrations of skillful bowling. So far, 33 players have achieved the remarkable milestone of taking 300 wickets in this format and the latest entrant is Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. In a high-octane encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at IPL 2025, the right-arm pacer etched his name into the record books with a spell of 4 overs, claiming 1 wicket for 39 runs.
5 Indian bowlers with 300 T20 wickets
1.Yuzvendra Chahal (373 wickets)
Yuzvendra Chahal, India’s leg spin maestro tops the list with a staggering 373 wickets in just 317 innings, boasting an impressive economy rate of 7.67. Over the years, Chahal has consistently impressed in both domestic and international circuit showcasing his mastery of flight, googlies and subtle variations that have become a hallmark of T20 spin attack. Moreover, the leg-spinner has enjoyed a remarkable IPL career, particularly with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in previous editions. His iconic 6/25 spell against England in 2017 remains one of the most memorable performances in T20I history.
2. Piyush Chawla (319 wickets)
The second on the list is another skilled leg-spinner, Piyush Chawla, a veteran who has defied time with remarkable longevity. Having debuted in 2007, Chawla has been a consistent performer in the IPL representing teams like Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) over a glittering career spanning two decades. In 296 innings, Chawla has claimed an impressive 319 wickets at an economy rate of just 7.53. His ability to mix pace coupled with his deceptive googlies has made him a potent spin threat.
3. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (318 wickets)
How can India’s swing king ,Bhuvneshwar Kumar, misses out from the records list. The right-arm pacer has been one of the premier T20 bowlers ever played, renowned for his ability to swing the ball both ways. Bhuvneshwar has been an imperative aspect of Indian cricket and various IPL franchises, playing a pivotal role in shaping the team’s fortunes. In 2016, he was instrumental in SRH’s IPL title triumph. With 318 wickets in 301 innings, including a best bowling figure of 5/4, Bhuvneshwar’s records are impressive. This IPL season, he’s doing an outstanding job for RCB, particularly in the powerplay overs helping the team maintain a strong position in the points table.
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4. Ravichandran Ashwin (315 wickets)
Another notable inclusion is right-arm off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, renowned for his illustrious Test career, Ashwin has also showcased his ability in the shorter format, proving to be a versatile bowler. His ability to bowl effectively across powerplays, middle overs and death combined with his clever variations – including the carrom ball, arm ball and sliders – makes him a shrewd operator in T20 cricket. Hailing from Tamil Nadu, Ashwin has claimed 315 wickets in 331 games at an impressive economy rate of 7.11. This year the off-spinner has rejoined his former franchise, Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
5. Jasprit Bumrah (300 wickets)
Bumrah, India’s modern day pace icon is the latest to join the list. His unorthodox action, toe crushing yorkers and deadly bouncers are some of the highlights of his T20 career. The flexibility of bowling effectively across the innings makes him a captain’s dream. The pacer boasts an array of remarkable milestones, including his latest achievement as Player of the Tournament in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Bumrah has been instrumental in MI’s five IPL title triumphs. With 300 wickets in just 237 innings, he has achieved this feat at an impressive economy rate of 6.91.
