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Arshdeep Singh ties T20I record for early wickets
1 Nov
Summary
- Arshdeep Singh took his 65th wicket in the first six overs of a T20I.
- He equalled Tim Southee's record for the most wickets in the initial overs.
- India scored 191/8, with Adam Milne taking 4 wickets for New Zealand.

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh achieved a significant milestone in the fifth T20I against New Zealand. He dismissed Finn Allen early in the chase, securing his 65th wicket within the first six overs of a T20 international match. This remarkable feat draws him level with former New Zealand bowler Tim Southee, who holds the same record.
Singh's performance in the series has been notable, accumulating six wickets across the five games. The match saw India set a target of 191/8, with contributions from Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan. New Zealand's bowling effort was led by Adam Milne, who claimed four wickets for 19 runs.