Scalping wickets in the powerplay is a tough task for any bowler. In the T20 format, the job becomes more difficult as the batters go to tend after the bowlers. In this article, we will take a look at the bowlers with most wickets in T20 cricket.
Bowler | Wickets |
Mohammad Amir | 121 |
Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 114 |
Tim Southee | 106 |
Trent Boult | 105 |
Sunil Narine | 89 |
Most wickets in powerplay
Mohammad Amir
Pakistan’s express pacer Mohammad Amir tops the list with 121 wickets to his name in the field restrictions. In total, he has 121 wickets to his name. To note, Mohammad Amir made his T20 International debut for Pakistan in 2009 against England.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Indian veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken 114 wickets in T20 cricket in powerplay. Over the years, Bhuvi has been a proven performer in the 20-over format. He will be seen in action in the upcoming IPL.
Tim Southee
Tim Southee has taken 106 wickets in T20 cricket in powerplay, which is the first six overs of the innings, and he stands third in the list of most wickets in the powerplay in T20 format.
Trent Boult
Another New Zealand pacer on the list, Trent Boult comes next in the list with 105 scalps. Trent Boult has the ability to swing the new ball both ways and can be threatening with the new ball.
Sunil Narine
West Indies veteran spinner has taken 86 wickets in T20 cricket in powerplay, his unique bowling style, coupled with his ability to control the game’s tempo, makes him a valuable asset in T20 cricket.