Deepti Sharma Joins Jhulan Goswami in Elite Club… One Wicket Away From Creating New Indian Cricket History

Leeds: Indian cricket witnessed a historic moment as Deepti Sharma equalled the legendary Jhulan Goswami’s record for the most wickets in women’s international cricket, further cementing her place among the sport’s modern greats.

The milestone came during India’s second Group A match of the Women’s T20 World Cup against the Netherlands in Leeds. Deepti delivered another disciplined bowling performance, finishing with figures of 1/26 in three overs and claiming the wicket that helped her draw level with one of the most iconic names in Indian cricket.

With that breakthrough, Deepti Sharma moved to 355 international wickets, matching the tally achieved by former Indian pace spearhead Jhulan Goswami, who held the record as India’s highest wicket-taker in women’s international cricket.

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The achievement is a testament to Deepti’s consistency and versatility across formats. Over the years, the Indian all-rounder has become one of the most dependable performers in the national setup, contributing with both bat and ball whenever the team has needed her most.

While Jhulan Goswami built her legacy through pace, aggression, and longevity, Deepti has forged her own path through intelligent spin bowling, match awareness, and the ability to deliver under pressure. The fact that both players now share the same landmark reflects the incredible impact they have had on Indian women’s cricket across different eras.

The record also places Deepti among some of the biggest names in the history of women’s cricket. Behind the Indian duo are England’s Katherine Sciver-Brunt with 335 wickets, Australian legend Ellyse Perry with 332, England spinner Sophie Ecclestone with 327, and South African pacer Shabnim Ismail with 318 wickets.

For Indian fans, the moment carries special significance. Jhulan Goswami’s achievements inspired a generation of young cricketers, and now Deepti Sharma is carrying that legacy forward while creating a new chapter of her own.

As the Women’s T20 World Cup progresses, all eyes will be on Deepti. With just one more wicket, she is set to surpass a record that once seemed untouchable and become the outright leading wicket-taker in the history of Indian women’s international cricket.

For now, the record books show two names side by side — Jhulan Goswami and Deepti Sharma. But history may soon belong to Deepti alone.