The Indian team is set to play its first T20 series at home against England in 2025. The BCCI has announced the squad for this five-match series, with minimal changes. The selectors will closely monitor the performance of certain players during this series. In this article, we will highlight the bowlers who have taken the most wickets in T20 Internationals for India against England so far.
1. Yuzvendra Chahal
The record for most T20I wickets against England by an Indian bowler belongs to leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who is currently not part of the squad. Chahal has claimed 16 wickets in 11 T20I matches at an average of 21.12, including a 5-wicket haul in a game. His economy rate is 8.04.
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2. Hardik Pandya
All-rounder Hardik Pandya has delivered remarkable performances with both bat and ball against England. In 15 T20I matches, Hardik has taken 14 wickets at an average of 25.42. Notably, he has picked up 4 wickets in a match on two occasions. The upcoming series presents Hardik with a chance to surpass Chahal’s tally.
3. Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah, despite playing only 5 T20I matches against England, has showcased incredible efficiency. He has taken 9 wickets at an astonishing average of 9.11 and maintains an economy rate of 5.34. Bumrah’s best performance against England is 3 wickets for 14 runs in a match.
4. Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Though absent from Team India recently, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has a commendable T20I record against England. In 10 matches, he has secured 9 wickets at an average of 25.44, with an economy rate of 6.80.
5. Harbhajan Singh
Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has delivered impressive performances in his limited outings against England. In just 3 matches, he picked up 8 wickets at an average of 9.62, coupled with an excellent economy rate of 6.41. His best performance includes a 4-wicket haul for 12 runs.
