Hardik Pandya races to 200 international wickets, attains this feat
What's the story
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has added another feather to his cap. He has become only the sixth Indian to score 4,000 runs and take 200 wickets in international cricket.
The milestone was achieved during India's 2025 ICC Champions Trophy match against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. He completed 200 wickets across formats.
The elite club features legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Ravi Shastri, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ravichandran Ashwin.
Match contribution
Pandya's performance against Pakistan solidifies his position
Pandya fared well with the ball in the match against Pakistan in Dubai.
He dismissed two players, including Babar Azam, who gave Pakistan a solid start.
His dismissal broke up a promising opening partnership of 41 runs between Babar and Imam-ul-Haq.
Later, Pandya also dismissed Saud Shakeel after a short ball play, further strengthening India's position in the match.
He conceded 31 runs in eight overs.
Wickets
Pandya races to 200 wickets across formats
As mentioned, Pandya completed 200 wickets in international cricket.
He reached this landmark in his 216th appearance. Across 206 innings, Pandya has snapped up 200 wickets at an average of 30.76. His tally includes a fifer and four four-wicket hauls.
With the bat, Pandya has scored 4,149 runs at an average of 30.50. He has a ton and 20 half-centuries to his name.