{"id":4961,"date":"2024-02-20T08:47:19","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T08:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/totalcric.com\/?p=4961"},"modified":"2024-02-20T08:47:27","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T08:47:27","slug":"fastest-players-to-take-100-wickets-in-t20is","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/totalcric.com\/fastest-players-to-take-100-wickets-in-t20is\/","title":{"rendered":"Fastest men\u2019s players to take 100 wickets in T20Is"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wanindu Hasaranga scripted history in the second T20I against Afghanistan on Monday.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hasaranga became only the second Sri Lankan bowler to bag 100 wickets in the shortest format.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lankan cricketer&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/player\/1140\/wanindu-hasaranga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Wanindu Hasaranga<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;has etched his name in the record books by becoming one of the fastest men\u2019s player to reach 100 wickets in T20 Internationals (T20Is). Surpassing legendary names in the sport, Hasaranga\u2019s achievement highlights his exceptional talent and contribution to the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"breaking-records-in-dambulla\">Breaking records in Dambulla<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a thrilling match against Afghanistan in Dambulla, Hasaranga achieved this significant milestone\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/scorecard\/128434\/afghanistan-tour-of-sri-lanka-2024\/73280\/sri-lanka-vs-afghanistan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">during the second T20I<\/a>. The leg-spinner\u2019s impeccable bowling skills and dedication have propelled him to join an elite group of players in the cricketing world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-remarkable-feat\">A remarkable feat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hasaranga\u2019s accomplishment makes him only the second Sri Lankan bowler to achieve this feat, following in the footsteps of the iconic&nbsp;<strong>Lasith Malinga<\/strong>. Since making his debut in 2019, Hasaranga has consistently showcased his prowess on the field, earning recognition as one of the finest bowlers in men\u2019s T20Is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fastest-to-take-100-wickets-in-t20is-mens\">Fastest to take 100 wickets in T20Is (men\u2019s)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rashid Khan (Afghanistan) \u2013 53 matches<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Rashid-AFG-246x365.webp\" alt=\"Fastest men\u2019s players to take 100 wickets in T20Is\" class=\"wp-image-123976\" style=\"width:398px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Rashid Khan<\/strong>, the Afghan sensation, made history during the T20 World Cup 2021 in Dubai. His incredible bowling prowess and strategic gameplay propelled him to become the fastest player to reach 100 wickets in men\u2019s T20Is, setting a benchmark for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) \u2013 63 matches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Hasaranga-SL-548x365.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-123974\" style=\"width:770px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Hasaranga, the rising star from Sri Lanka, showcased his exceptional talent against Afghanistan in Dambulla on February 19, 2024. With sheer determination and skill, Hasaranga reached the milestone of 100 wickets in men\u2019s T20Is, solidifying his position as a formidable force in the cricketing world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/totalcric.com\/vaughan-nasser-go-no-holds-barred-as-smug-england\/\">\u2018Disrespectful to Test cricket\u2019: Vaughan, Nasser go no-holds-barred as \u2018smug\u2019 England taken to cleaners by Team India<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mark Adair (Ireland) \u2013 72 matches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mark-IRE-324x365.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-123973\" style=\"width:614px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Mark Adair<\/strong>\u2018s remarkable achievement came against Zimbabwe in Harare on December 07, 2023. The Irish all-rounder\u2019s contributions with both bat and ball have been instrumental in Ireland\u2019s cricketing journey. His feat of reaching 100 wickets in men\u2019s T20Is highlights his dedication and talent on the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka) \u2013 76 matches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Malinga-SL-548x365.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-123977\" style=\"width:748px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Lasith Malinga<\/strong>, the legendary Sri Lankan fast bowler, left an indelible mark in cricket history with his outstanding performance against New Zealand in Pallekele on September 06, 2019. Known for his lethal yorkers and unorthodox bowling action, Malinga\u2019s achievement of 100 wickets in men\u2019s T20Is solidified his status as one of the greatest bowlers of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ish Sodhi (New Zealand) \u2013 78 matches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crickettimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sodhi-NZ-548x365.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-123975\" style=\"width:822px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Ish Sodhi<\/strong>, the talented leg-spinner from New Zealand, reached the milestone of 100 wickets in men\u2019s T20Is during a match against Bangladesh in Christchurch on October 09, 2022. Sodhi\u2019s variations and ability to deceive batters have made him a crucial asset for the New Zealand cricket team, and his achievement highlights his significant contribution to the sport.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sri Lankan cricketer&nbsp;Wanindu Hasaranga&nbsp;has etched his name in the record books by becoming one of the fastest men\u2019s player to reach 100 wickets in T20 Internationals (T20Is). 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