Who is the highest wicket-taker in T20Is against Pakistan?

By Ravi - Sep 24, 2025 02:56 PM
Last updated on Sep 24, 2025 02:58 PM

In the cricket world, the India-Pakistan match is seen not just as a match, but as a war of words. While everyone has witnessed the batting prowess in this high-voltage contest, there are also some bowlers who have made the Pakistani batsmen sweat with their stellar performances. When it comes to the most wickets taken against Pakistan in T20 Internationals, a New Zealand bowler tops the list, proving his supremacy in this thrilling contest. But do you know who tops this list among bowlers from all countries? Let's find out.

1. Tim Southee (New Zealand)

Veteran New Zealand fast bowler Tim Southee tops the list. He has taken 38 wickets in 23 matches against Pakistan. His bowling average is 17.05, reflecting his impressive bowling. Southee has consistently troubled Pakistani batsmen with his swing and accurate line and length. In 2010, in Auckland, he produced the most impressive performance of his career, taking 5 wickets against Pakistan, including a hat-trick. Southee achieved this record with his clever variations and ability to take wickets under pressure.

2. Ish Sodhi (New Zealand)

New Zealand leg-spinner Ish Sodhi is second on this list. He has taken 29 wickets in 33 matches, with a bowling average of 29.27. Sodhi is known for deceiving batsmen with his googlies and flighted deliveries. He has taken wickets in several crucial innings against Pakistan, helping his team win. His bowling becomes even more dangerous on slow pitches, where he prevents batsmen from playing big shots.

3. Adam Milne (New Zealand)

Another New Zealand fast bowler, Adam Milne, is third on this list. He has taken 26 wickets in 17 matches against Pakistan at an average of 20.61. Milne has been a significant threat to Pakistan due to his ability to surprise batsmen with his fast pace and bounce. He has often put pressure on the opposition by taking wickets in the middle order.

4. Adil Rashid (England)

England's legendary leg-spinner Adil Rashid is fourth on this list. He has taken 22 wickets in 21 matches. Rashid is renowned for his excellent flight and googly. Pakistani batsmen have always had difficulty scoring runs against him. His most memorable performance came in Manchester in 2021, where he took four wickets and devastated Pakistan's batting.

5. Jimmy Neesham (New Zealand)

New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham is fifth on this list. He has taken 20 wickets in 23 matches at an average of 18.45. Neesham deceives batsmen with his medium pace and slower deliveries. In 2025, in Wellington, he took his career-best five-wicket haul against Pakistan. Despite being an all-rounder, his inclusion on this list reflects his versatility.

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