Michael Vaughan predicts record-breaking future for Arshdeep Singh

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has showered rich praise on Arshdeep Singh after he became the leading wicket-taker for India in T20I cricket during the five-match T20I series opener against England at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on January 22.

Arshdeep Singh finished with the impressive figures of 2/17 in his quota of 4 overs to help India restrict England to 132 in their 20 overs in the first T20I. During his spell, the left-arm pacer surpassed Yuzvendra Chahal's tally of 96 wickets and became India's highest wicket-taker in T20Is with 97 scalps.

Michael Vaughan hails Arshdeep Singh for his dominance in T20I Cricket

The 25-year-old has hardly missed any of India’s T20I matches since making his debut in 2022 in the shorter format of the game. Following his latest milestone, Michael Vaughan hailed Arshdeep Singh’s ability to swing the ball both ways, saying he has now become a reliable leader of the bowling attack.

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The Indian pacer’s T20I career has seen a rapid rise, and he is just three wickets away from the significant milestone of 100 wickets, he can achieve this landmark in the second T20I match against England in Chennai on January 25.

The cricket pandit believes that this is just the beginning of what could be a record-breaking journey for Arshdeep Singh. Vaughan further went on to predict that Arshdeep could set a massive record by the time he finishes his career that may prove tough for others to overtake in the future.

He likes the pressure of leading the attack: Michael Vaughan

Michael Vaughan was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz: “He's a class act—has that ability to move the ball both ways. It looks like he likes the pressure of leading the attack and being that trendsetter. He's nearing a hundred [wickets], but he's going to end up with so much more.”

He added, “He'll take some catching. I think he'll get plenty. [If] he's going to play that much T20 cricket over the next few years, he'll get a number on the board by the time he hangs his boots that might be quite difficult to catch.”

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Meanwhile, the former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan said that Arshdeep Singh’s consistency in T20I cricket has been nothing short of remarkable. The legendary bowler said that the Punjab lad’s ability to make an impact with the new ball has only improved over time and will continue with every game.

Zaheer Khan hails Arshdeep Singh's consistency in T20I Cricket

The former World Cup winner has pointed out that Arshdeep has seized every opportunity to shine, especially when the senior bowlers often take a break in the T20I format of the game. His consistent performances have not only made him a key player for the Men in Blue but also boosted his confidence.

Zaheer Khan signed off by saying, “In the Indian system, the T20I format has been the preferred format where the senior bowlers are resting, and the one guy who has been playing consistently has been Arshdeep. He's grabbed the opportunity with both hands. The highest wicket-taker in the format will surely give him confidence going forward.”