History was scripted at Narendra Modi Stadium as Jasprit Bumrah became India’s all-time leading wicket-taker in T20 World Cups, grabbing 33 victims after a stellar 3/15 against South Africa in a Super-8 thriller. Spanning 22 matches from 2016 to 2026, this edges out R Ashwin’s 32 in 24 games (2012-2022), with Arshdeep Singh (32 in 18), Hardik Pandya (29 in 29), and Jadeja (22 in 30) rounding out the elite list.
The match unfolded dramatically: South Africa, batting first post-toss, lost 3 quick wickets at 20. Brevis-Miller’s 97-run rescue act (40 balls) featured Brevis’ 45 (39b, 6×4) and Miller’s savage 63 (35b, 7×4, 3×6), bolstered by Stubbs’ 44* (24b) for a challenging 187/7.
Bumrah’s wizardry—seam movement, bouncers, and cutters—yielded three prized wickets. Arshdeep took two, Chakaravarthy and Dube one apiece, keeping India in the hunt. This record isn’t just stats; it’s a testament to Bumrah’s resilience post-injury, tactical brilliance, and unmatched skill under pressure. With playoffs looming in T20 World Cup 2026, Team India boasts a weapon that could unlock any batting fortress.