Hardik Pandya Becomes First Indian with 1000 Runs & 100 Wickets in T20Is

Hardik Pandya creates history in T20I cricket, becoming the first Indian to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets. He is also the fifth player overall to achieve this rare all-round milestone and just the third Indian with 100+ T20I wickets, after Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh. A true icon of India’s T20 journey.

Hardik Pandya Becomes First Indian with 1000 Runs & 100 Wickets in T20Is

Indian cricket celebrated a landmark achievement as Hardik Pandya added another golden chapter to his career, becoming the first Indian cricketer to score 1000+ runs and take 100 wickets in T20 International cricket. The historic feat underlines Pandya’s unmatched value as a premier all-rounder in the shortest format.

The milestone was reached during India’s recent T20I appearance, where Hardik Pandya once again delivered with both bat and ball. Over the years, he has earned a reputation for thriving under pressure, and this record further strengthens his standing among the modern greats of T20 cricket.

An Elite Club in World Cricket

Hardik Pandya’s achievement places him in an exclusive global list, as he becomes only the fifth player overall in T20I history to complete the rare double of 1000+ runs and 100+ wickets. This statistic highlights just how uncommon true all-around dominance is in a fast-paced format that often favors specialists.

What makes the milestone even more remarkable is that no other Indian player has managed this feat before, despite the country’s rich T20 legacy.

Player	Matches	Runs	Wickets
Mohammad Nabia	145	2417	104
Shakib Al Hasan	129	2551	149
Sikandar Raza	127	2883	102
Virandeep Singh	111	3180	109
Hardik Pandyaa	123	1939	100

(Till 14th December 2025) 

Third Indian to Reach 100 T20I Wickets

In another notable milestone, Hardik Pandya also became just the third Indian bowler to take 100 or more wickets in T20 Internationals. He joins an elite Indian bowling group featuring Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, two of the most consistent wicket-takers for India in the format.

Unlike Bumrah and Arshdeep, who are frontline bowlers, Pandya achieved this landmark while shouldering major batting responsibilities, making his accomplishment even more impressive.

A Journey Defined by Resilience

Hardik Pandya’s path to this moment has been far from smooth. Injuries, fitness setbacks, and form slumps tested his resolve over the years. However, every challenge helped shape a more disciplined and focused cricketer.

His comeback phase marked a clear evolution — improved bowling discipline, smarter shot selection, and a calm presence in crunch moments. Today, Pandya stands as a symbol of perseverance and self-belief.

A Game-Changer for Team India

Hardik’s all-round skills offer India a rare balance in T20Is. His ability to finish innings with explosive hitting and deliver crucial overs with the ball allows the team management greater flexibility in team combinations.

Beyond numbers, Pandya has also grown as a leader. His confidence, tactical awareness, and fearless mindset have inspired younger players and strengthened India’s white-ball core.

Reactions Pour In

Cricket fans across the globe flooded social media with praise, calling the milestone “historic” and “long overdue.” Former players and experts hailed Pandya as one of India’s most impactful T20 cricketers, noting his ability to influence matches in multiple ways.

What’s Next for Hardik Pandya?

At 30, Hardik Pandya is entering his prime years. With fitness on his side and experience guiding his decisions, many believe this is just the beginning of more milestones to come.

Being the first Indian with 1000 runs and 100 wickets, the fifth overall globally, and the third Indian to claim 100 T20I wickets, Hardik Pandya has firmly established himself as a modern-day T20 legend.

Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah Creates History: First Indian & 5th Overall to Take 100 Wickets Across Formats