Arshdeep Singh two wickets away from historic 150 T20I wickets milestone

India pacer Arshdeep Singh is on the verge of creating history in T20 International cricket, with the left-arm fast bowler just two wickets away from becoming the first Indian to claim 150 wickets in the format.

Arshdeep will have an opportunity to reach the landmark when India take on New Zealand in the third T20I of the five-match series at Wellington's Hnry Stadium on Tuesday. India enter the contest with a 2-0 lead and will look to secure the series with another victory.

The 27-year-old has taken 148 wickets in 101 T20I matches at an average of 20.41 and an economy rate of 8.65. His tally also includes a five-wicket haul, underlining his consistency as one of India's leading wicket-taking options in the shortest format.

Arshdeep currently leads India's wicket-taking charts in T20Is and ranks 10th on the all-time list. He has also made a promising start to the ongoing series against New Zealand, claiming three wickets across the first two matches.

Since making his international debut during India's tour of England in 2022, Arshdeep has established himself as a key member of the team's pace attack.

His performances against the West Indies, where he picked up seven wickets in five matches, helped strengthen his case for selection in India's squad for the 2022 Asia Cup. He also impressed in the continental tournament, finishing among India's leading wicket-takers.

Known for his effectiveness in the death overs, Arshdeep has built his reputation around accurate yorkers, variations and the ability to handle pressure in the closing stages of an innings.

His left-arm angle has also provided India with a valuable option in the pace department, particularly in T20 cricket, where controlling the scoring rate during the final overs is crucial.

India look to seal T20I series against New Zealand

India will aim to extend their lead and clinch the five-match T20I series when they face New Zealand in the third match.

Having won the opening two encounters, the visitors have put themselves in a strong position against the side that finished runner-up at the 2026 T20 World Cup.

India have also managed to build momentum despite the absence of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Hardik Pandya.

With the series on the line, the third T20I presents Arshdeep with an opportunity to combine a match-winning performance with a historic individual achievement. Two more wickets would see him become the first Indian bowler to reach 150 T20I wickets, adding another milestone to his growing international career.