Shreyanka Patil's magnificent feat: becomes the fastest Indian to take 50 T20I wickets

• Indian women's cricket team left-arm spinner Sri Charani made history by achieving a remarkable milestone in T20 International cricket.

• She claimed her 50th T20I wicket during the Women's Asia Cup semi-final played in Dubai on September 10, 2026.

• With this feat, Sri Charani became the fastest Indian bowler to reach the 50-wicket mark in T20Is.

• She achieved this milestone in her 29th international match.

• She secured her 50th wicket by having Bangladesh opener Juairia Firdous caught behind by wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh.

• Previously, this Indian record was held by Kuldeep Yadav, who had reached 50 T20I wickets in 30 matches.

• Sri Charani also bowled economically in the semi-final; she conceded just 14 runs and took one wicket—including a maiden over—in her four-over spell.

• India defeated Bangladesh by 40 runs in the match, securing their spot in the Women's Asia Cup final.

• This achievement by Sri Charani is significant for Indian women's cricket and reflects her consistently impressive performance.