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Arshdeep Singh’s milestone came in the second over of MI vs PBKS match.
Arshdeep Singh becomes first PBKS player to reach 100 wickets(ANI Pic Service)In a thrilling powerplay moment at the Wankhede Stadium, Punjab Kings’ star left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh etched his name into IPL record books. The 27-year-old became the first bowler in franchise history to claim 100 wickets for Punjab Kings, dismissing Mumbai Indians opener Ryan Rickelton for his milestone scalp.
Arshdeep’s landmark came in the second over of MI’s innings during Match 24 of IPL 2026. What followed was pure magic as he bagged two wickets in two balls, sending the Punjab Kings dugout and fans into wild celebrations.
Arshdeep reaches 100-wicket milestone in style
The over started with Arshdeep bowling a length ball down the leg side to South African wicket-keeper batter Ryan Rickelton. The delivery was not his best, but Rickelton flicked it straight to deep square leg, where Shashank Singh completed a well-judged catch just inside the ropes. Rickelton scored just 2 runs off 8 balls before departing.
This dismissal not only brought up Arshdeep’s 100th wicket for the franchise but also highlighted his consistency since joining Punjab Kings in 2019. He has grown into one of the most reliable death bowlers in the league, often swinging the new ball effectively.
Back-to-back wickets rock Mumbai Indians
On the next ball, danger man Suryakumar Yadav walked in. Arshdeep got the ball to shape away beautifully from the right-hander at 136.9 kmph. SKY went for an ambitious drive but only managed a thick outside edge that flew to short third man.
Yuzvendra Chahal, fielding there, moved swiftly to his left and took a sharp catch. Suryakumar Yadav was out for a golden duck (0 off 1 ball).
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