The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has brought top international action to the iconic Wankhede Stadium, and India’s spin department will play a key role at this venue. Among the bowlers to watch is mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who has already shown his wicket-taking ability here in T20 Internationals.
Although Varun has played only one T20I match at Wankhede, his performance in that game proved that his variations and control can trouble even the best international batters on a batting-friendly surface.
Varun Chakravarthy T20I Record at Wankhede Stadium
Varun Chakravarthy only T20I appearance at this venue came against England in February 2025, where he delivered an impactful spell.
Bowling Summary at Wankhede (T20Is)
| Matches | Innings | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Average | Economy | Strike Rate | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 2.0 | 25 | 2 | 12.50 | 12.50 | 6.00 | 2/25 |
Despite bowling only two overs, Varun managed to pick up two key wickets and played an important role in controlling the middle phase of the innings.
Match-by-Match Performance
| Date | Opponent | Overs | Figures | Key Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2025 | England | 2.0 | 2/25 | Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone |
In this match, Varun dismissed England captain Jos Buttler and power-hitter Liam Livingstone. One wicket came through a catch in the deep, while the other was a sharp return catch, highlighting his alertness and control.
Varun Chakravarthy’s T20I record at Wankhede Stadium may be small in numbers, but the impact has been significant. A two-wicket spell against a strong England side showed his ability to deliver under pressure.
As the T20 World Cup 2026 unfolds in Mumbai, India will rely on Varun’s mystery spin to control the game in the middle overs and provide crucial breakthroughs.
