Bowlers With 100 Wickets in All Formats – Elite Club of Cricket Legends
The cricketing world celebrated a historic milestone when Jasprit Bumrah, India’s premier fast bowler, picked his 100th T20 International wicket against South Africa in Cuttack, officially joining the elite Bowlers With 100 Wickets in All Formats club. This remarkable achievement cements his status as one of the most complete and versatile bowlers of the modern era.
The recent landmark places Bumrah alongside legendary bowlers such as Lasith Malinga, Tim Southee, Shakib Al Hasan, and Shaheen Afridi, who have displayed the rare blend of skill, adaptability, and consistency required to dominate Test, ODI, and T20I cricket. Bumrah’s unorthodox action, pinpoint accuracy, and lethal yorkers have made him indispensable across formats, and his entry makes him the first Indian bowler to achieve this prestigious treble.
Jasprit Bumrah’s 100th T20I Wicket
Bumrah secured his 100th T20I wicket on December 9, 2025, during the first T20 International of the five-match series against South Africa at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack.
- Batter: Dewald Brevis (South Africa)
- Dismissal: Back-of-a-length ball outside off-stump, miscued to cover fielder Suryakumar Yadav
- Context: This wicket also completed Bumrah’s tally of 100 wickets in Tests (234), ODIs (149), and T20Is (100), officially inducting him into the all-format 100 wickets club.
India went on to dominate the match, winning by 101 runs.
5 Elite Bowlers With 100+ Wickets in All Formats
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Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka) – Known as the ‘Slinger,’ Malinga was the first bowler to achieve this milestone. His round-arm action and toe-crushing yorkers made him a death-over specialist.
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Tim Southee (New Zealand) – A swing master, Southee has consistently taken wickets across all formats for over a decade.
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Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) – The only spin-bowling all-rounder in this club, Shakib combines consistent bowling with impactful batting.
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Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan) – Known for fearsome pace and sharp swing, Afridi achieved the feat at a young age, quickly becoming Pakistan’s main strike weapon.
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Jasprit Bumrah (India) – The first Indian in the club, Bumrah stands out for consistency, economy, and adaptability across all formats.
Bowlers With 100 Wickets in All Formats – Stats Overview
| Player | Country | Test Wickets | ODI Wickets | T20I Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Southee | New Zealand | 391 | 221 | 164 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh | 246 | 317 | 149 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | 234 | 149 | 101 |
| Shaheen Afridi | Pakistan | 121 | 135 | 126 |
| Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 101 | 338 | 107 |
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FAQs –
Q1: Who are the bowlers with 100 wickets in all formats?
- A1: Jasprit Bumrah, Lasith Malinga, Tim Southee, Shakib Al Hasan, and Shaheen Afridi.
Q2: When did Jasprit Bumrah achieve 100 wickets in all formats?
- A2: On December 9, 2025, during the first T20I against South Africa.
Q3: Which wicket completed Bumrah’s 100 wickets in all formats?
- A3: The dismissal of Dewald Brevis in Cuttack during the T20I series.
Q4: Is Bumrah the first Indian to achieve this milestone?
- A4: Yes, Bumrah is the first Indian bowler to record 100 wickets in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
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