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Pathan Advises Arshdeep on New Ball Woes
25 Mar
Summary
- Irfan Pathan urges Arshdeep Singh to improve new ball bowling.
- Arshdeep Singh aims for an IPL title with Punjab Kings.
- Singh has taken 97 wickets in 82 IPL matches for Punjab.

After winning the T20 World Cup 2026, Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh is setting his sights on an IPL title with the Punjab Kings. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has highlighted a key area for improvement: Arshdeep's new ball bowling.
Pathan observed that Arshdeep has struggled with inswing using the new ball over the past year, impacting his statistics. He also suggested Arshdeep monitor his economy rate.
Arshdeep has been a consistent performer for the Punjab Kings since his 2019 debut. He has secured 97 wickets in 82 IPL matches, though his economy rate stands at nine.
Retained for Rs 18 crore before the 2025 IPL auction, Arshdeep was instrumental in Punjab's run to the IPL 2025 final, where they were defeated by Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
He is also India's leading T20I wicket-taker with 127 wickets in 84 matches. His performance will be vital for Punjab's aspirations this season.




