Arshdeep Singh has quickly become one of India’s most dependable T20I bowlers. Known for his ability to swing the new ball and nail yorkers at the death, Arshdeep has delivered many impactful spells against top teams. One of the toughest batting line-ups he has faced is South Africa, and his record against them shows a mix of early breakthroughs, high-pressure overs, and crucial wickets.
From 2022 to 2025, Arshdeep has played multiple T20Is against the Proteas and picked up key wickets like Markram, de Kock, Rossouw, Klaasen, and Jansen. In the latest 1st T20I at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, he once again struck early with the new ball and finished with 2/14 as India bowled South Africa out for just 74. Here is his complete performance.
Arshdeep Singh vs South Africa Stats in T20I Summary:
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 11 | 20 wickets | 3/20 | Early swing + death bowling |
Arshdeep Singh vs South Africa – T20I Overall Bowling Stats
| Matches | Overs | Wickets | Best Figures | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 35 overs | 20 wickets | 3/20 | 17.00 – 20.75 | 8–11 RPO | 8–13 balls per wicket |
Arshdeep’s numbers are strong:
- 20 wickets in 11 matches
- Regular 2–3 wicket spells
- Big wickets in every phase
Arshdeep Singh Match-by-Match Performance vs South Africa (T20Is)
| Match No. | Date | Ground | Overs | Wickets | Figures | Economy | Key Dismissals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 Sep 2022 | Greenfield | 4.0 | 3 | 3/32 | 8.00 | de Kock, Rossouw, Miller |
| 2 | 02 Oct 2022 | Barsapara | 4.0 | 2 | 2/62 | 15.50 | Bavuma, Rossouw |
| 3 | 30 Oct 2022 | Perth | 4.0 | 2 | 2/25 | 6.25 | de Kock, Rossouw |
| 4 | 12 Dec 2023 | St George’s Park | 2.0 | 0 | 0/31 | 15.50 | — |
| 5 | 14 Dec 2023 | Wanderers | 2.0 | 1 | 1/13 | 6.50 | Klaasen |
| 6 | 29 Jun 2024 | Kensington Oval | 4.0 | 2 | 2/20 | 5.00 | Markram, de Kock |
| 7 | 08 Nov 2024 | Kingsmead | 3.0 | 1 | 1/25 | 8.33 | Markram |
| 8 | 10 Nov 2024 | St George’s Park | 4.0 | 1 | 1/41 | 10.25 | Rickelton |
| 9 | 13 Nov 2024 | SuperSport Park | 4.0 | 3 | 3/37 | 9.25 | Rickelton, Klaasen, Jansen |
| 10 | 15 Nov 2024 | Wanderers | 3.0 | 3 | 3/20 | 6.67 | Hendricks, Markram, Klaasen |
| 11 | 09 Dec 2025 | Barabati Stadium, Cuttack | 2.0 | 2 | 2/14 | 7.00 | Quinton de Kock, Tristan Stubbs |
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Arshdeep Singh Performance Highlights
1. Wicket-taker in Every Series
Arshdeep has consistently taken:
- 3-wicket hauls (2022, 2024)
- Multiple 2-wicket spells, including a sharp 2/14 in Cuttack in 2025
This shows he is always a strike bowler vs South Africa.
2. Destroys Left-handers
Repeated dismissals of:
- Quinton de Kock (multiple times)
- Rilee Rossouw (3 times)
- Marco Jansen
His angle and swing trouble left-handers heavily.
3. Excellent at the Death Overs
Key wickets like:
- Klaasen
- Hendricks
- Miller
- Markram
have often come when the batter was set — high-value breakthroughs.
4. Best Spell – 3/20 at Wanderers (2024)
This spell included:
- R Hendricks (bowled)
- Aiden Markram (caught)
- Heinrich Klaasen (LBW)
A top-quality spell on a batting-friendly ground.
5. Impact on Different Pitches
He has succeeded in:
- Swing-friendly Indian pitches
- Hard, bouncy South African tracks
- Fast and seaming Perth conditions
- Slow Caribbean pitches (Kensington Oval)
His latest spell in Cuttack, using the new ball to remove de Kock early and break South Africa’s chase, shows how well he now uses conditions at home too.
Arshdeep’s Key Strengths vs South Africa
✔ Early swing
Gets de Kock and Bavuma repeatedly.
✔ Left-arm angle advantage
Troubles aggressive left-handers like Rossouw.
✔ Smart death bowling
Knuckleballs, yorkers, and slow bouncers.
✔ Ability to take wickets in clusters
Many spells: double strikes + pressure overs
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Conclusion
Arshdeep Singh’s T20I record against South Africa is impressive. With regular breakthroughs, multiple match-winning spells, and consistent performances across venues, he has established himself as a key weapon for India. Whether with the new ball or at the death, Arshdeep has shown he can trouble South Africa’s best batters again and again — and his latest spell in Cuttack is further proof of that.
