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Arshdeep Singh Makes History as First PBKS Bowler to Claim 100 IPL Wickets

Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has become the first bowler in Punjab Kings history to take 100 wickets in the Indian Premier League. He achieved the milestone during a match against Mumbai Indians, finishing with figures of 3/22. Arshdeep now has 102 wickets in 87 matches for PBKS since his debut in 2019. He also joins an elite group as the fifth left-arm fast bowler to reach 100 wickets in the IPL.

Key Points: Arshdeep Singh First PBKS Bowler to 100 IPL Wickets

  • First PBKS bowler to 100 IPL wickets
  • Took 3/22 in milestone match
  • Fifth left-arm pacer to reach IPL century
  • Has 102 wickets in 87 matches for PBKS
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IPL 2026: Arshdeep Singh becomes first PBKS bowler to take 100 wickets

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh becomes the first Punjab Kings bowler to take 100 IPL wickets, achieving the milestone against Mumbai Indians.

"He is also the fifth left-arm pacer to take 100 IPL wickets - IPL Stats"

Mumbai, April 16

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh is the first bowler for Punjab Kings to take 100 Indian Premier League wickets. He achieved the milestone on Thursday.

The Indian left-armer, who is also the top wicket-taker for Team India in T20Is, achieved this milestone during his side's IPL game against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Wankhede Stadium, taking 3/22 in four overs. His wicket-tally included dangerous batters Ryan Rickelton, Suryakumar Yadav and Sherfane Rutheford.

In 87 matches for PBKS since 2019, Arshdeep has taken 102 wickets at an average of 26.87, with two four-fers and a five-wicket haul to his name and best figures of 5/32. Next best for PBKS is spinner Piyush Chawla (who took 84 wickets in 87 matches at an average of 26.63, including a four-fer and best figures of 4/17).

In five matches for PBKS this season, Arshdeep has taken five wickets at an average of 34.20 and an economy rate of 9.50.

He is also the fifth left-arm pacer to take 100 IPL wickets, joining names like Trent Boult (144), Jayden Unadkat (114), Ashish Nehra (106) and Zaheer Khan (102).

Coming to the match, MI was put to bowl first by PBKS who won the toss. After being reduced to 12/2, a 122-run stand between Quinton de Kock (112* in 60 balls, with seven fours and seven sixes) and Naman Dhir (50 in 31 balls, with three fours and three sixes) played a big role in taking MI to 195/6 in 20 overs.

Arshdeep with his three-fer was the pick of MI bowlers, while Shashank Singh and Marco Jansen also got wickets.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Mumbai, it was amazing to witness this at Wankhede! The crowd gave him a standing ovation. Getting SKY's wicket is never easy. He's come a long way from that nervous debutant.
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Priyanka N
Well done beta! 🇮🇳 A left-armer with such control is a rare asset. But I must say, his economy of 9.50 this season is a bit worrying. PBKS needs him to be more economical in the powerplay, especially when the team is defending.
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Rohit P
Piyush Chawla must be feeling a bit sad, haha! 84 wickets was the previous record. But full marks to Arshdeep. He's a local Punjab lad making his state proud. The franchise should build the team around him now.
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Michael C
Interesting stat about left-arm pacers. To be in the company of Boult, Zaheer, and Nehra speaks volumes. His yorkers are as good as anyone's in world cricket right now. A key player for India's future.
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Kavya N
Finally some good news for PBKS fans! We've had a tough season. Arshdeep's milestone is the silver lining. Hope the management retains him forever. Loyalty matters in this era of mega auctions.

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