Stats: Most wickets taken by an Indian against Pakistan in T20 internationals

Imran Nazir of Pakistan looks on as Irfan Pathan of India celebrates after taking his wicket during the ICC T20 World Cup,

Ahead of India’s T20 World Cup encounter against Pakistan, here are the top wicket takers for India against their arch rivals in the shortest format of the game over the years.

Although the two sides have played only 5 matches against each other, it might provide an insight into who might provide the necessary breakthroughs.

Irfan Pathan leads the way with 6 wickets in just 3 matches, at an average of just 11 and economy of 6, which is rare in T20 cricket. However, the left handed all-rounder is not a part of the squad this time around.

Amongst those who will chance their arm tonight, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has picked up 4 in 2 matches, while Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuvraj Singh have picked 3 each.

*Stats as on 21 March, 2014