Sri Lanka has faced a major injury blow in their campaign of the T20 World Cup 2026 as their star all-rounder, Wanindu Hasaranga, has been ruled out of the competition with a hamstring injury that he suffered during the opening game against Ireland at the R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium in Colombo a couple of days ago. Sri Lanka earned a fine victory in that fixture.

Although Wanindu Hasaranga completed his spell, with figures of 3/25 in four overs to go through the middle order of the opposition in the chase of 164, he had an MRI scan after the match day, and that revealed a serious tear in his hamstring. The report was seen by a specialist in the United Kingdom before he was ruled out on February 10.

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The reports have claimed that the new injury is related to the previous hamstring injury that he had. However, it’s not a recurrence exactly, as he battled it for several years now, including a foot complaint. He bowled the three overs with the injury, using the short run-up of a few steps against Ireland.

Sri Lanka to Get Approval for Dushan Hemantha in T20 WC 2026

Sri Lanka are expected to receive official clearance from the International Cricket Council as part of the ICC approval process to confirm Dushan Hemantha as the replacement for Wanindu Hasaranga in the T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Hasaranga’s absence has prompted the selectors to act swiftly, with Hemantha emerging as a like-for-like option in the team.

The leg-spin all-rounder brings a similar skill set, strengthening Sri Lanka’s squad depth at a crucial stage of the tournament. The 31-year-old has featured in three T20Is so far, picking up four wickets at an economy rate of 7.85, while also contributing with the bat when required.

Given the lack of specialist spin options available, Sri Lanka may consider slotting Hemantha straight into the playing XI for their upcoming match. His inclusion fits the broader spin-bowling replacement narrative, with team management looking to maintain balance despite losing their most influential T20 bowler.

Across 66 T20 matches, the Colombo-born all-rounder has scored 895 runs at a strike rate of 120.94 and claimed 82 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 6.60, highlighting his effectiveness in both departments.

Hasaranga’s loss remains a significant blow for Sri Lanka. He is the country’s leading wicket-taker in the format and has enjoyed notable success in T20 World Cups, claiming 40 wickets at an economy rate of 6.01 in 20 innings. Sri Lanka will next face Oman on February 12 in Kandy, with the squad adjustment expected to be finalised before that fixture.

FAQs

Q1. Why does Sri Lanka need ICC approval for Dushan Hemantha?
Sri Lanka must follow the ICC approval process to register Hemantha as an injury replacement for Wanindu Hasaranga officially.

Q2. Who is replacing Wanindu Hasaranga in the T20 World Cup 2026?
Leg-spin all-rounder Dushan Hemantha has been named as Hasaranga’s replacement, pending final ICC clearance.

Q3. How does Hemantha’s inclusion affect Sri Lanka’s squad depth?
Hemantha strengthens Sri Lanka’s squad depth by offering both spin bowling and lower-order batting options.

Sri Lanka is playing Ireland in the sixth match of the ICC World Cup today at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Sri Lanka was once a team that achieved great success in the ICC T20 World Cup. From 2009 to 2014, they reached the semi-finals four times in a row, but they have not made it to the knockouts since then. This time, they are co-hosts, but that won't prove to be a major advantage. Sri Lanka's last series ended in a 3-0 loss to England.

On the other hand, Ireland entered this tournament with momentum, having won their previous two T20 series. Their confidence is extremely high. So far, both teams have played four T20 matches, and Sri Lanka has won all of them.

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SL vs IRE Match Details

• Match: Sri Lanka vs Ireland, 6th Match

• Date: 8th February 2026

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

• Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

SL vs IRE Weather Report

Pitch Report - R. Premadasa Stadium

Batting at R Premadasa Stadium requires patience since the wicket is pretty slow. Players have to time their aggressive shots well to get runs on the board. The average first-innings score at this venue is 150-160 runs.

Top Batters to Watch – SL vs IRE

• Paul Stirling (IRE): 3902 runs in T20I 

• Kusal Mendis (SL): 2425 runs in T20I 

• Pathum Nissanka (SL): 2437 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SL vs IRE

• Wanindu Hasaranga (SL): 151 wickets in T20I 

• Dushmantha Chameera (SL): 83 wickets in T20I 

• George Dockrell (IRE): 89 wickets in T20I 

SL vs IRE Recent Form

SL vs IRE Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If IRE bat First

• Powerplay Score: 35–40

• Predicted Total: 135–145

• Match Result: SL to win

Scenario 2: If SL bats first

• Powerplay Score: 55–55

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: SL to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SL vs IRE Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka 

Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka(c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana

Ireland 

Paul Stirling(c), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Ben Calitz, Lorcan Tucker(w), George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young

Why Sri Lanka is the favourite today

• Home-conditions

• Spin-friendly pitch

• Good top-order 

SL vs IRE Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Sri Lanka are the favourites to win this ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara and Kusal Mendis are expected to be the key performers.

SL vs IRE Match FAQs

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. This will be the 10th edition of the tournament. A total of 55 matches will be played across eight venues, with five in India and three in Sri Lanka.

India, one of the co-hosts, are also the defending champions of the T20 World Cup. They won the 2024 edition held in the United States and the West Indies after beating South Africa in a thrilling final in Barbados. Team India had earlier won the first T20 World Cup in 2007 in South Africa.

West Indies and England are the only other teams to win the T20 World Cup twice. West Indies lifted the trophy in 2012 and 2016, while England won in 2010 and 2022. Over the years, several bowlers from different teams have delivered impressive performances in the Men’s T20 World Cup. In this feature, we take a look at the top wicket-takers in the ICC tournament.

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5. Rashid Khan (37 wickets)

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan is fifth on the list of bowlers with the most wickets in the T20 World Cup. In 23 matches, he has taken 37 wickets at an average of 14.89 and an economy rate of 6.30. He has taken three four-wicket hauls.

Rashid’s best figures of 4-9 came against Scotland in Sharjah in 2021. He also took 4-17 against New Zealand in Guyana in 2024, helping Afghanistan win by 84 runs. In the same edition, he claimed 4-23 against Bangladesh in Kingstown, as Afghanistan won by eight runs under the DLS method.

4. Wanindu Hasaranga (37 wickets)

Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga has also taken 37 wickets in the T20 World Cup. He is placed above Rashid Khan because he played fewer matches. In 19 matches, he took 37 wickets at an average of 11.72 and an economy rate of 6.00.

His best figures of 3-8 came against the UAE in Geelong in 2022. He also took 3-28 against the Netherlands at the same venue. Hasaranga claimed 3-13 against Afghanistan in Brisbane. He picked up 16 wickets in 2021 and 15 wickets in 2022.

3. Lasith Malinga (38 wickets)

Former Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga is third on the list. He led Sri Lanka to the 2014 T20 World Cup title. In 31 matches, he took 38 wickets at an average of 20.07 and an economy rate of 7.43.

Malinga’s best figures of 5-31 came against England in Pallekele in 2012. He was named Player of the Match as Sri Lanka won by 19 runs. He also took 3-17 against Pakistan in 2009 and 3-28 against West Indies in 2010.

2. Shahid Afridi (39 wickets)

Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi is second on the list. In 34 matches, he took 39 wickets at an average of 23.25 and an economy rate of 6.71. He recorded two four-wicket hauls.

Afridi’s best figures of 4-11 came against the Netherlands at Lord’s in 2009. He also took 4-19 against Scotland in 2007. Afridi picked up 12 wickets in 2007 and 11 wickets in 2009, when Pakistan won the title.

1. Shakib Al Hasan (50 wickets)

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is the leading wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history. He has taken 50 wickets in 43 matches at an average of 20.12 and an economy rate of 6.86. He has claimed three four-wicket hauls.

Shakib’s best figures of 4-9 came against Papua New Guinea in 2021. He also took 4-15 against Oman in 2016 and 4-34 against West Indies in 2007. Shakib picked up 11 wickets in 2021 and 10 wickets in 2016.

The 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Subcontinental tracks are expected to be the tactical bowlers' dream. Even though India is still expanding beyond batting, the masters of the white ball will eventually choose who wins the 2026 trophy.

These 5 bowlers have the skills they need to do well in a T20I era when scores often go above 200 runs.

1. Varun Chakaravarthy (India)

The "Mystery Spinner" made the most spectacular return in modern cricket history. Varun Chakaravarthy, India's best tactical weapon, will be the ICC's best T20I bowler at the 2026 World Cup. He had a great year in 2025, when he beat South Africa and England. Now, his ability to deliver leg-breaks and googlies from almost the same seam positions makes him almost impossible to read.

Varun Chakaravarthy is known for his great control during the powerplay overs, when he has consistently stopped the other team's openers with his variations. His economy rate of less than 7 runs per over in high-scoring games shows that he can keep most aggressive batting lineups from scoring big scores. His partnership with his duo spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the middle overs is now India's strongest weapon, constructing a spin web that won't be easy for any team out there to tackle.

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2. Rashid Khan (Afghanistan) 

No "watch out" list would be complete without the Afghan wizard. Rashid Khan enters 2026 as probably the most successful T20I bowler, having recently become the first to hit the 180-wicket milestone. His lightning-fast arm motion maintains the gold standard in T20I bowling.  

Rashid's years of working with tropical climates render him almost unplayable on the spinning track. The leg-spinner's variations, particularly a faster delivery and an unusual googly, keep hitters guessing throughout his spell. His leadership and calm approach under pressure contributed to Afghanistan's bowling power, making them a serious contender for the title.

3. Jacob Duffy (New Zealand) 

Jacob Duffy, possibly the most surprising name to some, has been the highest wicket-taker in 2025 for the Kiwis. He recently broke Sir Richard Hadlee's 40-year record for the most international wickets by a New Zealander in a single year, collecting 81 last year. His ability to manage the new ball alongside subtle pace alterations in the death overs has catapulted him into the top five in the world rankings, positioning him as the spearhead of the Kiwi attack. 

Duffy's success relies on his versatility and cricket intellect. Unlike typical fast bowlers who concentrate purely on pace, Duffy has perfected the knack of reading circumstances and modifying his angles accordingly. His yorkers in the death overs have proven lethal, with hitters striving to get beneath them for important boundary hits. His fitness and consistency in bowling four overs make him a key addition to New Zealand's campaign.

3. Abrar Ahmed (Pakistan)

Abrar Ahmed, who is now ranked No. 2 in the ICC, is Pakistan's solution to the spin-heavy conditions in the subcontinent. Abrar, who is famed for his "finger-spun" mystery bowling, has been quite decent in the middle overs. He came into the competition with a career-best ICC rating of 748.

The emerging star from Pakistan is known for breaking up important partnerships, often taking crucial wickets when batsmen seem to be in charge. His record against left-handed batters is especially excellent since his different types of pitches make it hard for left-handed batters to take control of the middle overs.

5. Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) 

With half of the competition taking place in Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga is probably the most deadly player on home turf. He is a consistent match-winner who rates among the top five in the world and thrives under the stress of captaincy. His control of the googly and excellent wicket-taking record against the best batting units in Colombo gives him an extra advantage over the tournament's leading wicket-taker. 

Wanindu Hasaranga's all-around abilities increase his value, as his fearless hitting in the lower order often leads to important runs. The Sri Lankan skipper has an incredible ability to scoop up wickets in a row, frequently dismantling middle orders on his own. His achievements in previous matches on home soil were nothing short of outstanding, and his comfort with the conditions offers him a psychological advantage over visiting teams.

Sri Lanka will face England in the first T20I of the England tour of Sri Lanka 2026, which will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Friday. Sri Lanka's start to the ODI series was strong with a win, but they soon lost their rhythm and lost the next two matches. England bounced back well after the loss in the 1st ODI and won the series by 1-2.  

Skipper Harry Brook managed to score 136 runs in the previous game with only 66 deliveries. Adil Rashid was the top wicket-taker in the series, taking 7 wickets in three games. England will have high hopes for both to continue their red-hot form. Sri Lanka has included Pavan Rathnayake in their T20I squad because he scored 121 runs off 115 balls in the third ODI against England.

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SL vs ENG Match Details

• Match: Sri Lanka vs England, 1st T20I 

• Date: 30th January 2026

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SL vs ENG Weather Report

Pitch Report - Pallekele International Cricket Stadium

The pitches at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium are generally good for batting. The surfaces here are not as rough and rough as other venues in the country. 

Top Batters to Watch – SL vs ENG

• Harry Brook (ENG): 184 runs in this Series 

• Pavan Rathnayake (SL): 162 runs in this Series

• Kusal Mendis (SL): 139 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SL vs ENG

• Adil Rashid (ENG): 7 wickets in Series

• Liam Dawson (ENG): 5 wickets in Series

• Dhananjaya de Silva (SL): 4 wickets in Series 

SL vs ENG Recent Form

SL vs ENG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SL Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 150-160

• Match Result: ENG to win

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 165–180

• Match Result: ENG to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SL vs ENG Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper), Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (captain), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera.

England 

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (captain), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.

SL vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

According to our SL vs ENG today match prediction, England are the favourites to win the 1st T20I match. The likes of Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Harry Brook will be key players to watch out for.

SL vs ENG Match FAQs

Sri Lanka will face Pakistan in the 2nd T20I of the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka 2026, which will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on Friday. Pakistan won the first T20I match by six wickets and leads the series 1-0.

Sri Lanka struggled to get going in their innings and were dismissed for 128 runs in 19.2 overs. For Sri Lanka, Janith Liyanage showed fight with the bat and scored 40 runs off 31 balls. In response, Pakistan comfortably chased down the target in 16.4 overs. 

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SL vs PAK Match Details

• Match: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I 

• Date: 9th January 2026

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SL vs PAK Weather Report

Pitch Report

The average first innings score at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in the ten completed T20Is is around 150 runs.

Top Batters to Watch – SL vs PAK

• Sahibzada Farhan (PAK): 51 runs in this Series 

• Janith Liyanange (SL): 40 runs in this Series

• Saim Ayub (PAK): 24 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SL vs PAK

• Salman Mirza (PAK): 3 wickets in Series

• Abrar Khan (PAK): 3 wickets in Series

• Imad Wasim (PAK): 2 wickets in Series 

SL vs PAK Recent Form

SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SL Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 160-170

• Match Result: PAK to win

Scenario 2: If PAK Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 170–180

• Match Result: PAK to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SL vs PAK Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka

Dasun Shanaka(c), Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mahesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera.

Pakistan

Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (wk), Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Wasim Jr.

SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that Pakistan will win the 2nd T20I match. The likes of Saim Ayub, Haris Rauf and Babar Azam will be key players to watch out for.

SL vs PAK Match FAQs

Sri Lanka will face Pakistan in the 1st T20I of the Pakistan tour of Sri Lanka 2026, which will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla on Wednesday. Pathum Nissanka and Dushmantha Chameera have been the top performers for Sri Lanka in the T20 Format since last year. 

On the other hand, Salman Agha will lead Pakistan in this three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka. Shaheen Afridi and Babar Azam will be unavailable for this series because they are currently involved in the ongoing Big Bash League in Australia.

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SL vs PAK Match Details

• Match: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, 1st T20I 

• Date: 7th January 2026

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SL vs PAK Weather Report

Pitch Report

The average first innings score at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in the ten completed T20Is is around 150 runs.

Top Batters to Watch – SL vs PAK

• Fakhar Zaman (PAK): 2360 runs in T20I 

• Dasun Shanaka (SL): 1676 runs in T20I 

• Salman Agha (PAK): 675 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SL vs PAK

• Wanindu Hasaranga (PAK): 146 wickets in T20I 

• Shadab Khan (PAK): 112 wickets in T20I 

• Maheesh Theekshana (SL): 69 wickets in T20I 

SL vs PAK Recent Form

SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SL Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 160-170

• Match Result: PAK to win

Scenario 2: If PAK Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 170–180

• Match Result: PAK to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SL vs PAK Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka

Charith Asalanka (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mahesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera.

Pakistan

Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (wk), Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah and Usman Tariq

SL vs PAK Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that Pakistan will win the 1st T20I match. The likes of Saim Ayub, Haris Rauf and Babar Azam will be key players to watch out for.

SL vs PAK Match FAQs

The T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, will start on February 07 with the Indian side playing their opening clash against the United States of America (USA) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. However, the curtain raiser will be between Pakistan and the Netherlands at the SSC Stadium in Colombo on the same morning. 

Over the seasons, many players earned success in the history of the T20 World Cup with the ball. Bowling in the shortest format isn’t an easy job, especially when the batters go after the bowler. But to keep the run-rate down, bagging wickets becomes crucial in the format. Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan, as of now, leads the chart in the T20 World Cup history.

List of highest wicket-takers in ICC T20 World Cup history

1.   Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh)

One of the premier spin all-rounders of world cricket, Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan has achieved massive success with the ball using the variation of pace, right line, and lengths of the ball. In the T20 World Cups, Shakib has overall bagged 50 wickets in 41 innings, averaging 20.12 and maintaining an economy rate of under seven, with the help of three four-wicket hauls.

Shakib, whose international career isn’t guaranteed to be back for the national side, has amassed 149 wickets in 126 innings of the T20Is at an average of under 21 and an economy rate of under seven, with the help of six four-wicket and two five-wicket hauls.

2.   Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)

The former Pakistan captain and the premier spin all-rounder of the side, Shahid Afridi, is second on the list with 39 wickets. In his six editions of the T20 World Cup, Afridi recorded those wickets in 34 innings at an average of 23.25 and an economy rate of 6.71, thanks to two four-wicket hauls.

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Afridi, the 45-year-old, has overall bagged 98 wickets in 97 innings of the shortest format for the national side. He averaged 24.44 and a strike rate of 22.1 with an economy rate of under seven, thanks to three four-wicket hauls at the best bowling figure of 4/11 in an innings.

3.   Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka)

The former Sri Lanka pacer, Lasith Malinga, is known for his slingy action to bowl the firing yorkers and fox the batters with the slower deliveries, especially in the death overs. In the history of the T20 World Cup, Malinga has overall pocketed 38 wickets in 31 innings at an average of 20.07 and a strike rate of 16.21 with an economy rate of 7.43.

The 42-year-old Galle-born pacer collected overall 107 wickets in 83 innings of the shortest format for the national side at an average of 20.79 and a strike rate of 16.80 with an economy rate of 7.42, thanks to two five-wicket hauls and one four-wicket haul.

4.   Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)

In such a short time in his career, Sri Lanka’s mystery spinner has earned massive success with the ball, in various durations of the game. The right-arm pacer has featured in just three seasons of the event and enjoyed 37 wickets in 19 innings at an average of under 12 and a strike rate of 11.72 with an economy rate of exactly six, thanks to the best bowling figures of 3/8.

The 28-year-old Hasaranga has managed overall 146 wickets in 88 innings of the shortest format at an average of 15.86 and a strike rate of 13.6 and an economy rate of under seven, thanks to four four-wicket hauls at the best figures of 4/9 in an innings.

5.   Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)

Afghanistan’s captain and the star player of the white-ball formats, Rashid Khan, has also earned so much success with the ball in the middle overs. In just 23 innings of the T20 World Cup history, the leg spinner has bagged 37 wickets at an average of under 15 and a strike rate of 14.16, thanks to an economy rate of 6.30, with the help of three four-wicket hauls.

The 27-year-old has overall fetched 182 wickets in the 108 innings of the shortest format at an average of under 14 and a strike rate of 13.5 with an economy rate of just over six, thanks to nine four-wicket and a couple of five-wicket hauls at the best figures of 5/3 in an innings.