Arshdeep Singh, the star pacer for Team India, has been named the ICC T20 Cricketer of the Year for 2024. This prestigious award recognizes his exceptional performance in T20 cricket, where he impressed with his consistent and powerful bowling. Arshdeep’s outstanding performance saw him compete with notable cricketers like Travis Head from Australia, Pakistan’s Babar Azam, and Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza.
In 2024, Arshdeep played 18 matches and claimed a remarkable 36 wickets, making him the top wicket-taker for India in T20 cricket. His contributions were pivotal in India’s success in the T20 World Cup, where he helped the team clinch the title. Arshdeep delivered 17 wickets in the tournament, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 7.16 in all eight matches he played.
Known for his excellent bowling skills, Arshdeep has now taken 97 wickets in T20s for Team India. He is on track to become the first bowler from India to reach the 100-wicket milestone in T20 cricket, needing just three more wickets to achieve this feat. Arshdeep’s stellar performances throughout the year have earned him well-deserved recognition, highlighting his growth and impact on the international cricket scene.
Arshdeep Singh’s remarkable year is a testament to his skill, consistency, and importance to India’s T20 cricket success, and he continues to be a key player for the national team moving forward.