Arshdeep Singh delivered a stellar performance with the ball for Team India in their 2024 T20 World Cup showdown against the United States of America (USA) at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The skilled leftarm pacer made an immediate impact striking early by dismissing Shayan Jahangir (scoring a golden duck) and Andries Gous setting the stage for a dominant start by the Men in Blue. In a remarkable display of skill Arshdeep Singh went on to claim the scalps of Nitish Kumar and Harmeet Singh culminating in impressive figures of 4/9 from his allocated four overs.
Arshdeep Singh astounding stats enabled him overtake famous off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who had returned with 11/4 in 3.2 overs against Australia in Mirpur during the 2014 T20 World Cup.
5 Best-ever figures for India at T20 World Cups:
- Arshdeep Singh – 4/9 vs USA in New York (today)
- R Ashwin – 4/11 vs Australia in Mirpur (2014)
- Harbhajan Singh – 4/12 vs England in Colombo (2012)
- RP Singh – 4/13 vs South Africa in Durban (2007)
- Zaheer Khan – 4/19 vs Ireland in Nottingham (2009).
Arshdeep Singh’s extraordinary journey in the T20 World Cup unfolds like a mesmerizing tale of triumph. The talented 25yearold has excelled as Indias prime wickettaker in the 2022 T20 World Cup boasting an impressive tally of 10 wickets in just six matches. Presently he has clinched seven wickets in the initial three games of the ongoing ninth edition of the T20 tournament. Moving forward he aims to sustain his exceptional form as India targets their elusive ICC title ending an 11year pursuit.
Following an impressive performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season Arshdeep Singh concluded with remarkable statistics for the Punjab Kings (PBKS) having secured 19 wickets in 14 games.
Arshdeep Singh’s 4-Wicket Haul Restricts USA to 111/8 in T20 World Cup Match
A display of strategic brilliance by Arshdeep Singh through impeccable bowling significantly aided Rohit Sharma and his team in limiting USA to 111/8 in 20 overs during the T20 World Cup fixture on Wednesday. Noteworthy contributions also came from Hardik Pandya who skillfully secured two wickets for the Men in Blue.
Nitish Kumar led the way with 27 runs off 23 balls, followed by Steven Taylor with 24 off 30 deliveries. Four hitters also contributed in double digits, helping the United States reach three figures.
India is 10/2 after 2.2 overs, with both openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back in the hut.