**Hardik Pandya Becomes India’s Second-Highest Wicket-Taker in T20Is: Key Stats**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Sep 21, 2025*
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing veteran leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal to become India’s second-highest wicket-taker in T20 International (T20I) history. Pandya reached this landmark with his first wicket in the high-profile Super Four Asia Cup clash against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
### Tally: Pandya Overtakes Chahal
Playing his 118th T20I match, Pandya has quickly amassed 97 wickets at an average of over 26, according to ESPNcricinfo. He boasts three four-wicket hauls, with his best bowling figures being 4 for 16. His economy rate stands at a commendable 8.2 runs per over.
With 96 wickets to his name, Yuzvendra Chahal now ranks as India’s third-highest wicket-taker in T20Is. It’s worth noting that Chahal has not featured in an international match for more than two years.
### Only Behind Arshdeep Singh
In India’s preceding T20I match against Oman, Arshdeep Singh became the first Indian bowler to reach 100 wickets in T20Is. Hardik Pandya is rapidly closing in on the same milestone, while other prominent Indian pacers like Jasprit Bumrah (91+ wickets) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (90 wickets) also feature among the top wicket-takers.
### Batting Contributions
Pandya’s prowess is not limited to bowling. With the bat, he has scored 1,813 runs at an average of 27.46, including five half-centuries. His striking rate is an impressive 141.64, demonstrating his ability to score quickly.
Approaching another significant landmark, Pandya could soon become the third international all-rounder to achieve the T20I double of 1,000 runs and 100 wickets. He would join an elite group alongside Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan (2,551 runs and 149 wickets) and Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi (2,357 runs and 102 wickets).
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Hardik Pandya’s continued excellence with both bat and ball cements his status as a key player for India in the shortest format of the game. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as he chases these historic milestones.
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