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Archer Surpasses Watson's RR Wicket Record!
10 Apr
Summary
- Jofra Archer now holds the record for most wickets by an overseas bowler for RR.
- Archer surpassed Shane Watson's previous record in the IPL 2026 match.
- Yuzvendra Chahal currently holds the overall record for most wickets for RR.
England's Jofra Archer etched his name in the Rajasthan Royals' history books during an IPL 2026 fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Archer surpassed Shane Watson's record for the most wickets by an overseas bowler for the Jaipur-based franchise.
Watson, who played for RR from 2008 to 2015, had claimed 61 wickets in 78 matches. Archer achieved his 62nd wicket in his 51st appearance for the team, marking a significant milestone.
This achievement places Archer third on the overall list of wicket-takers for Rajasthan Royals. He is closely trailing Yuzvendra Chahal, who holds the franchise record with 66 wickets. Archer is now just five wickets away from claiming the top spot in the team's all-time wicket-takers list.
