Fastest 100 Wickets in T20 Cricket: Records & Stats

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The battle for the fastest 100 wickets in T20 cricket reads like a who’s who of modern bowling stars. At the top is Afghanistan’s spin king Rashid Khan, who reached 100 wickets in just 53 matches — a jaw‑dropping achievement in T20Is.

Right on his heels is Nepal’s leg‑spin sensation Sandeep Lamichhane in 54 games, followed by Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga in 63.

Recently, Indian seamer Arshdeep Singh joined these legends, becoming the fastest Indian to hit 100 wickets in 64 matches, blending speed with smart cricketing brains.

Top Bowlers Fastest to 100 Wickets in T20Is

Hitting 100 wickets in T20Is is no easy task. Rashid Khan, Sandeep Lamichhane, Wanindu Hasaranga, and India’s Arshdeep Singh achieved this milestone in record time, showcasing their mastery of T20 bowling.

Player	Team	Opposition	Ground	Time to 100 Wickets	Mat.
Rashid Khan	AFG	Pakistan	Dubai (DICS)	6y 3d	53
S Lamichhane	NEP	Bangladesh	Kingstown	6y 16d	54
PW Hasaranga	SL	Afghanistan	Dambulla	4y 171d	63
Arshdeep Singh	IND	Oman	Abu Dhabi	3y 74d	64
AR Ramjani	UGA	Malawi	Harare	3y 17d	64
Rizwan Butt	BHR	Malawi	Blantyre	2y 240d	66
Haris Rauf	PAK	Canada	New York	4y 139d	71
Ehsan Khan	HKG	Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur	7y 356d	71
MR Adair	IRE	Zimbabwe	Harare	4y 148d	72
Bilal Khan	OMA	UAE	Al Amerat	8y 146d	72
Shaheen Shah Afridi	PAK	South Africa	Durban	6y 251d	74
Junaid Siddique	UAE	Pakistan	Sharjah	5y 321d	74
SL Malinga	SL	New Zealand	Pallekele	13y 83d	76
IS Sodhi	NZ	Bangladesh	Christchurch	8y 96d	78
Karan KC	NEP	Scotland	Glasgow	9y 352d	80
Mustafizur Rahman	BAN	England	Mirpur	7y 324d	81
JJ Bumrah	IND	South Africa	Cuttack	9y 317d	81
H Ssenyondo	UGA	Rwanda	Rwanda	5y 199d	82
Taskin Ahmed	BAN	Pakistan	Dubai (DICS)	11y 177d	82
R Ngarava	ZIM	Kenya	Harare	6y 3d	82
A Zampa	AUS	Namibia	North Sound	8y 99d	83
Shakib Al Hasan	BAN	Australia	Mirpur	14y 254d	84
TG Southee	NZ	Pakistan	Sharjah	13y 263d	84
SO Ngoche	KEN	Rwanda	Nairobi	14y 149d	85
Shadab Khan	PAK	Afghanistan	Sharjah	6y 1d	87
MJ Santner	NZ	England	Nottingham	8y 74d	90
CJ Jordan	ENG	Australia	Bridgetown	10y 127d	92
AU Rashid	ENG	West Indies	Bridgetown	14y 190d	100

Rashid Khan

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan holds the record for the fastest 100 wickets in T20, reaching the milestone in just 53 matches. His lethal leg-spin, deceptive googlies, and consistency make him one of the most feared bowlers in the shortest format.

Rashid’s ability to take crucial wickets under pressure has made him a cornerstone of T20 cricket worldwide.

S Lamichhane

Sandeep Lamichhane became one of the fastest bowlers to reach 100 T20I wickets, achieving the feat in just 54 matches. His leg-spin, combined with smart variations and sharp control, has made him a constant threat to batsmen.

Lamichhane’s impact extends beyond stats, as he often delivers in high-pressure moments and crucial matches.

PW Hasaranga

PW Hasaranga has quickly established himself as one of Sri Lanka’s premier T20 bowlers. Reaching 100 T20I wickets in just 63 matches, the leg-spinner combines sharp spin, deceptive googlies, and smart variations to consistently trouble top batsmen.

His performances in both international matches and global T20 leagues highlight his ability to change games single-handedly.

Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh became the fastest Indian to reach 100 T20I wickets, achieving the milestone in just 64 matches. He did this in only 3 years and 74 days since his debut on 7th July 2022.

Known for his deadly swing, accuracy, and ability to bowl under pressure, Arshdeep has been a consistent wicket-taker for India in crucial moments.

AR Ramjani

AR Ramjani has made a remarkable impact in T20 cricket for Uganda. He reached 100 T20I wickets in just 64 matches, completing this milestone in only 3 years and 17 days since his debut on 15th September 2022.

Known for his clever variations, consistent line and length, and ability to pick wickets in crucial moments, Ramjani has become a key figure in Uganda’s bowling attack.

His rapid rise highlights the growing talent emerging from associate nations in T20 cricket and underscores his importance in both international matches and regional competitions.

Final Words

Achieving the fastest 100 wickets in T20 is a testament to a bowler’s precision, control, and ability to perform under pressure. Players like Sandeep Lamichhane, PW Hasaranga, and AR Ramjani have reached this milestone in record time, leaving a mark on both international cricket and global T20 leagues. Their accomplishments set new benchmarks for aspiring bowlers in the shortest format.

FAQs

1. Who holds the record for the fastest 100 wickets in T20Is?

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan holds the record, reaching 100 T20I wickets in just 53 matches, making him the fastest bowler to achieve this milestone.

2. Which Indian bowler reached 100 T20I wickets the fastest?

Arshdeep Singh became the fastest Indian to reach 100 T20I wickets, achieving it in 64 matches over 3 years and 74 days.

3. How many matches does it typically take to reach 100 wickets in T20 cricket?

Top bowlers usually reach 100 wickets in around 50–80 matches, depending on consistency, bowling style, and match conditions.

4. Who are some other bowlers in the fastest 100 wickets club?

Other notable bowlers include Sandeep Lamichhane, PW Hasaranga, AR Ramjani, Haris Rauf, and SL Malinga, all of whom achieved the milestone in record time.

5. Does reaching 100 wickets in T20 cricket include international and league matches?

The records discussed here are T20 International (T20I) matches only, not domestic or T20 league games like IPL, BBL, or CPL.