New Zealand leg-spinner Ish Sodhi has etched his name into cricket history by surpassing Tim Southee’s tally and becoming one of the leading wicket-takers in T20 Internationals. The milestone came during New Zealand’s third T20I against Bangladesh in Dhaka, where Sodhi once again delivered with the ball.
Sodhi’s consistency over the years has made him a vital part of New Zealand’s white-ball plans. Known for his control, variations and ability to strike in middle overs, the spinner has frequently changed matches in his team’s favour. His latest achievement places him among the top wicket-takers in the global T20I format.
Tim Southee, whom Sodhi overtook, had long been one of New Zealand’s most successful bowlers across formats. Breaking the veteran pacer’s record underlines Sodhi’s longevity and importance in the shortest format.
Cricket analysts noted that as T20 cricket continues to evolve into a batter-dominated game, specialist wicket-taking bowlers remain invaluable. Sodhi’s rise highlights the enduring role of quality spin bowling in international T20 contests. Fans and former players congratulated him after the landmark feat.
