Women’s T20 World Cup. Script history of Shree Charani, becoming India’s most successful bowler in an edition of Cricket News:
NEW DELHI: Indian spinner Shree Charani continued her dream run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, rewriting the record books on Thursday by becoming the highest wicket-taker for India in an edition of the tournament.The newly crowned world no. 1 T20I bowler reaches milestone during India’s Group A match against Bangladesh at Old Trafford, Manchester, excels Poonam YadavThe previous record of 10 wickets was recorded in the 2020 edition.Charani claimed 2/21 from his four overs, dismissing Nahida Akter and Shorna Akter, to take his tally to 12 wickets in just four matches. The left-arm spinner has been the standout bowler in the competition so far, averaging an incredible 7.08 while maintaining an economy rate of just 5.31. His best figures in the tournament remain 4/19.The feat puts Charani alongside some of the greatest bowling performances in Women’s T20 World Cup history. New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr, who claimed 15 wickets in the 2024 edition, and England’s Anya Shrubsole and Australia’s Megan Schutt, with 13 wickets each, made better returns in a tournament.
Indian bowlers keep Bangladesh at bay
Charani’s record-breaking performance came during another disciplined bowling display by India as Bangladesh were restricted to 136/8 after electing to bat first.Renuka Singh Thakur struck early to remove Dilara Akter, but Bangladesh recovered through Juairiya Ferdous and Sobhana Mostary, who added 51 runs for the second wicket. Ferdous top-scored with 33 off 30 balls, while Mostary contributed 22.Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana tried to speed up a strong 32, including four boundaries, and briefly shifted the momentum in his side’s favour.However, India regained control with timely bursts. Nandini Sharma ended Ferdous’ innings with a sharp return catch earlier Radha Yadav removed Mostary and later played a key role in holding back the middle order.
Most wickets for India Women in a T20 World Cup edition
- 12* – Shree Charani in 2026
- 10 – Poonam Yadav in 2020
- 9 – Diana David in 2010
- 8 – Poonam Yadav in 2014
- 8 – Poonam Yadav in 2018
- 8 – Radha Yadav in 2018
Radha glows while Charani covers the memorable day
While Charani grabbed the headlines with his historic feat, Radha Yadav produced a crucial spell, finishing with 3/28 to emerge as India’s most successful bowler in the innings.The pair combined effectively during the closing stages, with Charani striking twice late in the innings to prevent Bangladesh from mounting a strong finish.Bangladesh eventually closed on 136/8, a total that appeared below par considering the opportunities afforded them by some dropped catches in the field.
Most wickets in a Women’s T20 World Cup edition
- 15 – Amelia Kerr (NZ-W, 2024)
- 13 – Anya Shrubsole (ENG-W, 2014)
- 13 – Megan Schutt (AUS-W, 2020)
- 12 – Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA-W, 2024)
- 12 – Shree Charani (IND-W, 2026)
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