Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh was named the Impact Player of the Series after delivering consistent performances in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand. The left-arm pacer, who finished as the leading wicket-taker in the series, received the medal from training assistant Udeneka Nuwan.
Team India secured a 46-run victory in the fifth T20I against New Zealand at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, January 31. The left-arm seamer picked up five wickets for 51 runs in his four overs. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, also sealed the five-match T20I series 4-1.
Watch: Arshdeep Singh Receives Impact Player of the T20I Series Medal
In a video shared by the BCCI on X, Arshdeep Singh was announced as the Impact Player of the T20I Series. Training assistant Udeneka Nuwan thanked Gautam Gambhir for the opportunity to present the medal. Arshdeep said that the team would continue giving fans moments to celebrate.
“First of all, Gautam sir thank you very much for giving me this opportunity to give this prestigious medal. The medal goes to someone who has put a big impact in every game he played. And the medal goes to Mr. Arshdeep Singh,” Udeneka Nuwan stated.
“I just try to play with a big heart. The crowd should enjoy. Keep loving us as you always do. We’ll keep giving you reasons to celebrate. Thank you so much!” Arshdeep said.
Most wickets in the series ✅
Consistent impact ✅🎥 Presenting our 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝟮𝟬𝗜 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 with Training Assistant Udeneka Nuwan doing the honours 🏅🙌#TeamIndia | #INDvNZ | @arshdeepsinghh | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/e22OsVU2Yk
— BCCI (@BCCI) February 1, 2026
Arshdeep Singh Registers Most Expensive Five-Wicket Haul in Men’s T20I History
Arshdeep Singh created an unusual record in the fifth T20I against New Zealand. His spell of 5-51 became the most expensive five-wicket haul in the history of men’s T20Is, breaking the previous record held by Joseph.
New Zealand got off to a flying start during the run chase. Arshdeep conceded 17 runs in his first over but dismissed Tim Seifert for 5. His second over went for 23 runs as Finn Allen counterattacked with four fours and a six. Allen went on to smash 80 off 38 balls before being dismissed.
The left-arm pacer bounced back strongly later in the innings. In the 12th over, he removed Rachin Ravindra for 30 and Mitchell Santner for a duck. Arshdeep completed his five-wicket haul in the 16th over by dismissing Kyle Jamieson for 9 and Daryl Mitchell for 26 off 12 balls.
Arshdeep Singh Played a Vital Role in Team India’s T20 World Cup 2024 Triumph
India will once again rely heavily on Arshdeep Singh as they try to defend their T20 World Cup crown in 2026. Since making his T20I debut in 2022, the left-arm pacer has become a trusted option in pressure situations.
Arshdeep played a key role in India’s title win in 2024. He finished the tournament as the second-highest wicket-taker, claiming 17 wickets in eight innings at an average of 12.64. He conceded just four runs in the crucial 19th over of the final against South Africa in Barbados.
India will open their group campaign against the USA in Mumbai on February 7. They will then play Namibia in Delhi on February 12 before facing arch-rivals Pakistan in Colombo on February 15. Their final group match will be against the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on February 18.
