Stats: Dale Steyn first South African to take 50 wickets in T20Is

Dale Steyn

South African speedster Dale Steyn, who bowled a spectacular last over to defend 7 runs against New Zealand and give his team their first victory in the T20 World Cup 2014, reached the landmark of 50 wickets in the shortest format. Known more for his class in Test cricket, the fact that his 50 wickets have come at an economy rate of 6.24 shows how versatile the fast bowler has become, of late.

His T20 career has taken off very well in the last couple of years, the evidence of which can be understood by his dominance over world-class batsmen in the Indian Premier League, which is now being replicated in the international arena.

Here is the list of top 10 wicket-takers in T20Is:

Note: Stats updated till March 25, 2014.