Tilak Varma set the record for the most catches taken by a player in a calendar year in T20 International cricket in 2026, taking 26 catches, surpassing Danielson Haoua and Mohammad Wasim.
Tilak Verma
Cricket is often about batsmen's fours and sixes and bowlers' wickets, but players who excel in fielding also distinguish themselves. Indian cricketer Tilak Varma has achieved something similar. He has set the record for most catches taken in a calendar year in T20 International cricket. Tilak has surpassed many players in this regard.
Tilak Varma has taken 26 catches as a fielder in T20 International cricket in 2026. With this, he has become the player with the most catches in a calendar year in this format. This achievement has also brought his fielding contributions into the spotlight.
Denilson Haoe left behind
Indonesia's Denilson Haoe is second on this record, having taken a total of 25 catches in 2025. Meanwhile, Mohammad Waseem of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) took third place with 24 catches in 2024. Tilak surpassed both of these players with 26 catches.
These players also made a place.
Sharvin Muniandy of Malaysia is in fourth place, having taken 21 catches in 2025. Meanwhile, Brian Masaba of Uganda took 20 catches in 2023. Tanzid Hasan of Bangladesh also took 20 catches in 2025. Thus, both players are tied for second place.
- Tilak Varma (India) took 26 catches in 2026
- Danilson Haoe (Indonesia) 25 catches in 2025
- Muhammad Wasim (UAE) 24 catches in 2024
- Sharvin Muniandy (Malaysia) 21 catches in 2025
- Brian Masaba (Uganda) 20 catches in 2023
- Tanzid Hasan (Bangladesh) 20 catches in 2025
Tilak's amazing performance in fielding too
In T20 International cricket, catching is crucial for any team in the rapidly changing game. A brilliant catch can deal a significant blow to the opposition. Tilak Verma's 26 catches in a single year demonstrates his consistent fielding performance. With this record, he has carved a niche for himself in T20 International cricket.
