A moment of history, wrapped in controversy. Jasprit Bumrah became only the second Indian bowler to claim 100 T20I wickets during the IND vs SA 1st T20I in Cuttack on Tuesday, achieving a milestone that cements his status as one of cricket’s most complete fast bowlers. Though his 100th wicket came amid a contentious no-ball decision, there’s no denying the significance—Bumrah is now the first Indian to reach the 100-wicket mark in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
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Jasprit Bumrah Milestone Overview
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| Wickets | 100 in T20Is |
| Matches | 81 T20Is |
| Average | 18+ |
| Match | IND vs SA 1st T20I, Cuttack |
| Date | December 9, 2025 |
| Historic Feat | First Indian with 100 wickets in all three formats |
| Ranking | 2nd among Indian T20I wicket-takers |
The Controversial 100th Wicket
Bumrah’s century of wickets didn’t come without drama. The delivery that brought up his landmark was challenged as a potential no-ball, with replays showing his front foot perilously close to the crease line. However, the third umpire gave Bumrah the benefit of the doubt, ruling that some part of his shoe remained behind the line. While debate raged on social media, the decision stood—and history was made.
Top Indian T20I Wicket-Takers
| Bowler | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | 106 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 100 |
| Hardik Pandya | 99 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 96 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 90 |
The Wait is Over
Bumrah had been stuck on 99 T20I wickets for nearly two months, creating anticipation among fans eager to see him reach the century mark. The wait began during India’s T20I series against Australia, where limited opportunities and strategic rest periods delayed his milestone. When the moment finally arrived in Cuttack, it provided the perfect launchpad for India’s dominant 101-run victory.
The Triple-Century Club
What makes Bumrah’s achievement even more remarkable is his unprecedented distinction as the first Indian to scale the 100-wicket peak across all three international formats. With over 100 wickets in Tests, ODIs, and now T20Is, the Indian pace spearhead has demonstrated extraordinary versatility, adapting his craft to succeed in every format of the game.
At 81 T20Is, Bumrah’s strike rate and economy have made him indispensable to India’s white-ball setup. His ability to bowl match-winning spells in pressure situations—from powerplays to death overs—sets him apart from his contemporaries.
Chasing Arshdeep
While Bumrah now sits second on India’s T20I wicket-takers list, Arshdeep Singh remains just six wickets ahead with 106. With both bowlers in their prime and crucial tournaments approaching, including the T20 World Cup 2026, the battle for the top spot promises to be one of Indian cricket’s most compelling subplots.
As India’s new-ball partnership, Bumrah and Arshdeep have terrorized opposition batting lineups, creating a lethal combination that gives India a decisive advantage in the shortest format.
Congratulations, Boom Boom. Here’s to many more milestones ahead.
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