Vikrant Shekhawat : Jan 28, 2025, 03:45 PM
IND vs ENG: The third match of the 5-match T20I series between India and England will be played in Rajkot. Team India has taken a 2-0 lead in the series by winning the first two matches and now its eyes are on capturing the series. In the first two matches, the Indian team performed brilliantly with bat and ball. By winning the first match in Kolkata by 7 wickets and the second match in Chennai by 2 wickets, the Indian team showed that it is playing with full strength in the series.Eyes will be on Arshdeep SinghAll the Indian players are expected to perform well in the third match, but the focus will be especially on fast bowler Arshdeep Singh. Arshdeep is just 2 wickets away from completing 100 wickets in T20 international cricket in his 63rd match. On achieving this feat, he can become not only India's first but also the world's fastest fast bowler to take 100 wickets.Waiting for the world recordAt present, this record is in the name of Haris Rauf of Pakistan, who took 100 wickets in 71 matches. If Arshdeep breaks this record in Rajkot, he will add a new chapter in the history of T20I cricket. Given his performance of 98 wickets in 62 matches, there is a strong possibility that he can achieve this historic milestone.Golden opportunity for Team India to win the seriesThis match is a big opportunity for the Indian team not only to win the series but also to boost morale. The way the batsmen and bowlers led the team to victory in the last two matches, the same performance will be expected in the third match as well. The strategy of the captain and team management will be to wrap up England quickly and maintain the winning momentum.List of Fast Bowlers to Take Fastest 100 WicketsHaris Rauf – 71 MatchesMark Adair – 72 MatchesBilal Khan – 72 MatchesShaheen Afridi – 74 MatchesLasith Malinga – 76 MatchesMustafizur Rahman – 81 MatchesArshdeep Singh can come first in this list, provided he maintains his rhythm and skill in his next matches. Now it remains to be seen whether Arshdeep is able to create history in Rajkot or not.ConclusionThe third T20I match is not only an opportunity for Team India to capture the series, but also a platform for Arshdeep Singh to create a big record. The eyes of Indian fans will be on this match, where once again Team India will showcase its strength and skill.