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T20 World Cup 2026: The countdown to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has begun. This grand cricket tournament is set to kick off on February 7th, with the final match scheduled for March 8th. Even before the tournament begins, predictions are already circulating. Amidst this, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has created a stir in the cricketing world with his predictions.
Irfan Pathan's Top Picks for T20 World Cup 2026
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In a recent exclusive interview with Cricinfo Hindi, Irfan Pathan shared his thoughts on the top performers of the tournament. Pathan believes that this time, young Indian stars will dominate the world stage.
1. Most Runs and Sixes: Abhishek Sharma
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When Irfan Pathan was asked who would score the most runs and become the 'Sixer King' in this World Cup, he named Abhishek Sharma without hesitation.
Why is Abhishek special? Abhishek Sharma is currently in tremendous form. His aggressive batting style makes him one of the most dangerous players in the shorter format. According to Pathan, Abhishek will not only be the top scorer in the tournament but will also hit the most boundaries.
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2. Most Wickets: Varun Chakravarthy
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On the bowling front, Pathan has placed his bet on the mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy. Varun, who deceives batsmen with his magical spin, is currently in excellent form, and Pathan is confident that he will win the 'Purple Cap' (most wickets) in this World Cup.
Indian Players Dominate ICC T20 Rankings
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Irfan Pathan's predictions are also backed by solid statistics.
Looking at the current ICC T20 rankings, the dominance of Indian players is clearly evident:- Number 1 in Batting: Abhishek Sharma currently holds the top spot in the T20 rankings with 929 rating points. His recent performance has boosted his confidence to new heights.
- Number 1 in Bowling: Varun Chakravarthy is also at the top of the bowling rankings with 787 rating points. His bowling remains a mystery for batsmen around the world.
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