India vs Pakistan cricket games have always been considered high-stake clashes. As both asian giants bring star players who mesmerize the spectators. On one hand, Pakistan is known for its bowling strength, while on the other, India is known for its top-notch batters.
There are many names from the Pakistan side who have worked magic with the ball. However, there are Indian bowlers who have also done wonders against arch-rivals. With the T20 World Cup 2024 around the corner and both teams all set for yet another face-off, Let’s take a look at the players with the most wickets in the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup matches.
Bowlers with most wickets in Ind vs Pak T20 WC games
Players | Wickets | Country |
Shahid Afridi | 11 | Pakistan |
Ravichandran Ashwin | 7 | India |
Umar Gul | 6 | Pakistan |
R. P. Singh | 6 | India |
Shoaib Malik | 5 | Pakistan |
Pakistan’s former Shahid Afridi tops the list
Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi has played in four T20 World Cup matches against India. He participated in the tournaments in 2007, 2012, 2014, and 2016 and picked up a total of 11 wickets. On the other hand, his teammate Umar Gul has 6 wickets in total, while Shoaib Malik has taken 5 wickets against arch-rivals India.
Two Indian veterans are also on the list
India’s veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is also on the list. He has featured for India against Pakistan in four T20 World Cup matches and has picked up a total of 7 wickets.
Although he is not in the 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, it means we will not see him this time. Apart from him, former India pacer and 2007 T20 World Cup champion RP Singh has 6 wickets to his name.
Ind vs Pak Head to Head record in T20 World Cup
Speaking about head-to-head stats in India vs Pakistan games in the T20 World Cup. The men in blue have single-handedly dominated this battle. In six encounters, India has beaten them 5 times, whereas Pakistan came out on top once.
Year | Winner |
2007 | India |
2012 | India |
2014 | India |
2016 | India |
2021 | Pakistan |
2022 | India |