Adil Rashid Makes History as First Spinner to Achieve…
Adil Rashid has made history by becoming the first England spinner to achieve 400 wickets in T20 cricket. This landmark achievement occurred on February 11, 2026, during a match against the West Indies in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Rashid’s Historic Milestone
The 37-year-old bowler reached this milestone in his 358th T20 match, trapping Roston Chase lbw during the tenth over of the innings at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Rashid currently holds the record as England’s highest wicket-taker in T20 Internationals.
Leading England’s Bowling Attack
- Wickets by Top England Bowlers in T20s:
| Player | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | 431 | 446 | 4/60 |
| Adil Rashid | 358 | 401* | 4/20 |
| David Willey | 371 | 137 | 4/70 |
| Samit Patel | 429 | 96 | 4/50 |
Performance in T20 World Cup 2026
Rashid’s latest performance saw him claim two wickets while conceding just 17 runs in four overs. This impressive display brought his total wickets in T20 World Cup history to 33, solidifying his status as England’s greatest wicket-taker in the tournament.
Overall T20 Wicket-Taking Records
While Rashid has set a remarkable record for England spinners, the overall record for most T20 wickets is held by Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan, who has taken 699 wickets in 517 matches. The following are some of the key figures:
- Most T20 Wickets Overall:
| Player | Country | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | 517 | 699 | 6/17 |
| Dwayne Bravo | West Indies | 582 | 623 | 5/23 |
| Sunil Narine | West Indies | 583 | 613 | 5/19 |
| Imran Tahir | South Africa | 448 | 572 | 5/15 |
Adil Rashid’s outstanding career continues to inspire future generations of cricketers, marking a significant chapter in T20 history at Filmogaz.com.
