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Niki Prasad creates world record with two wickets in first 2 T20I balls

India Women’s National Cricket Team star Niki Prasad has created history with a stunning performance against Zimbabwe with a stunning spell in the second T20I in Raipur on Sunday, October 18. Niki Prasad achieved a rare world record by taking…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 5:22 AM
Niki Prasad creates world record with two wickets in first 2 T20I balls
Key Things to Know
  • Niki Prasad became the first Indian cricketer to take two wickets in her first two T20I career deliveries.
  • India defeated Zimbabwe by nine wickets in Raipur to seal an unassailable 2-0 series lead.
  • Prasad joined Michael Kasprowicz and Akshatha Rao as the only players to achieve the international feat.
The Story in 60 Seconds

India off-spinner Niki Prasad set a world record on Sunday, October 18, by taking two wickets off the first two deliveries of her T20I career against Zimbabwe in Raipur. Introduced in the 15th over by captain Smriti Mandhana, Prasad dismissed Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano and Nyasha Gwanzura on consecutive balls, finishing with bowling figures of 2 for 7.

Prasad became the first Indian cricketer and the third player globally to achieve the milestone, joining Australia's Michael Kasprowicz and USA's Akshatha Rao. Her spell helped restrict Zimbabwe to 102 runs, allowing India to secure a nine-wicket victory in 8.5 overs and take a 2-0 series lead.

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