Now Reading: Shadley van Schalkwyk Stuns India with Three Wickets
-
01
Shadley van Schalkwyk Stuns India with Three Wickets
Historic Bowling Performance by Shadley van Schalkwyk
In an exhilarating match during the 2026 T20 World Cup, Shadley van Schalkwyk delivered an unforgettable performance that left cricket fans in awe. Playing against India at Wankhede Stadium, he took three crucial wickets in just one over, turning the tide of the game dramatically.
Disruptive Power Play for India
India started the power play with high hopes but quickly found themselves reeling after Schalkwyk’s sensational over. He struck first by dismissing the talented Ishan Kishan for 20 runs off 16 balls. This pivotal moment came via an easy catch taken by Milind Kumar positioned at mid-off.
Next on Schalkwyk’s hit list was Tilak Varma, who managed to score 25 runs off 16 balls before being caught by captain Monank Patel at mid-wicket. The momentum shifted completely when Shivam Dube, who came in next, fell for a golden duck, attempting a pull shot that was brilliantly caught by Saurabh Netravalkar at short fine leg.
This rapid succession of dismissals left India struggling at 46/4 within the power play—an unexpected position for the favorites of the tournament.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Method of Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishan Kishan | 20 | 16 | Caught |
| Tilak Varma | 25 | 16 | Caught |
| Shivam Dube | 0 | 1 | Caught |
Current Match Status
As of the latest updates, India stands at 59/4 after 9.3 overs, with Suryakumar Yadav and Rinku Singh at the crease, trying to stabilize the innings. The pressure is on them to form a partnership and regain momentum in this high-stakes encounter.
USA’s Stellar Bowling Efforts
Not just Schalkwyk, Ali Khan also made headlines by dismissing the World No. 1 batsman, Abhishek Sharma, for a golden duck in the second over. This was part of a concerted effort by the USA team to upset the tournament favorites.
India’s Journey Towards the T20 Cup
Despite the slow start, India remains a formidable force, coming into this match having won eight consecutive series, including the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Asia Cup. Fans are eager to see if the Men in Blue can recoup from this challenging position to pursue their third major title in three years.
The USA team, looking to surprise their opponents further, has shown potential by previously defeating Pakistan in the last edition. As the match unfolds, cricket enthusiasts wait with bated breath to see if India can rally back from this precarious situation.
