The five‑match T20I series between New Zealand and India in 2026‑27 highlighted contrasting bowling strategies through three standout performers. New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner finished top with nine wickets, while India’s Arshdeep Singh and New Zealand’s Adam Milne each claimed six wickets. Concluding in late October 2026, the series demonstrated the closely matched bowling depth and execution of both teams.
Despite India’s 3‑2 series victory, the bowling statistics underscore the fierce competition across all five matches. The leading wicket‑takers combine spin and pace, reflecting the tactical variety each side employed. Santner’s nine‑wicket haul set him apart in the bowling charts, with a superior strike rate and low average that underscored his consistency throughout the series.
Top Bowlers by Wicket Count in the T20I Series
3. Adam Milne – Six Wickets
Adam Milne also secured six wickets across the five matches, bowling 120 deliveries in 20 overs without recording a maiden. He conceded 189 runs, averaging 31.50 runs per wicket, while maintaining an economy rate of 9.45 runs per over and a strike rate of 20.00 balls per wicket. His most productive spell yielded a single wicket, with a season‑best return of 19 runs.
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