USA’s South Africa-born bowler shocks India with brutal triple strike; Kishan, Tilak, Dube gone in one historic over

Shadley van Schalkwyk became the second player in T20 World Cup history to take 3 wickets in an over by a bowler from Associates, against a Full Member side.

Published on: Feb 7, 2026, 20:45:38 IST

Written by Neelav Chakravarti

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Shadley van Schalkwyk dismantled India's top order with ease in the USA's T20 World Cup 2026 opener in Mumbai on Saturday. Returning in the sixth to bowl his second over, Van Schalkwyk began by conceding a single and then removed Ishan Kishan for 20 off 16 balls. He sent a good delivery, bowling wide of off, and Kishan ended up sending it flat to mid-off for a catch. (India vs USA LIVE Score, T20 World Cup 2026)

Shadley van Schalkwyk celebrates the wicket of Shivam Dube with his teammates. (PTI)

Then he got a dot in the next ball against Suryakumar Yadav, followed by the India captain taking a single. Van Schalkwyk didn't just stop there; he removed Tilak Varma in the next delivery. The MI star mistimed his pull shot and was caught at midwicket for 25 off 16 balls.

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In the final ball, he sent a short delivery and Shivam Dube went for the pull shot, and ended up top-edging it to short fine leg for a catch. Dube departed for a golden duck with India crumbling to 46/4 in six overs. Before the sixth over, India stood at 44/1.

Joins historic list

Van Schalkwyk also became the second player in T20 World Cup history to take three wickets in an over by a bowler from Associates, against a Full Member side. He joins Karthik Meiyappan, who achieved the milestone in 2022, vs Sri Lanka.

Meanwhile, before his fiery spell, Ali Khan removed opener Abhishek Sharma for a golden duck in the second over. Abhishek smashed his delivery well, but ended up sending it to the fielder at deep cover, who took the catch.

Van Schalkwyk is a South African-born American cricketer who also represents the MLC franchise Los Angeles Knight Riders. A left-handed batter, he is also handy as a right-arm medium pace bowler.

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Neelav Chakravarti
Neelav Chakravarti has been part of the digital sports team at Hindustan Times since 2022, where he covers a wide range of disciplines, including chess, cricket, football, and Olympic sports. Working in a fast-paced digital newsroom, he regularly handles live blogs, breaking updates, and trending stories, combining speed with clarity to keep readers informed in real time. Chess remains both a professional beat and a personal passion for Neelav, and he closely tracks major international tournaments, player narratives, and emerging talents. He is particularly fascinated by the patience, calculation, and strategic depth the game demands, often exploring the psychological side of competition in his writing. Beyond sports journalism, Neelav has a deep interest in visual storytelling and filmmaking, actively participating in film festivals and engaging with independent cinema. He is especially drawn to films that capture the subtleties of everyday life and human relationships, appreciating storytelling that balances realism with emotional depth. This creative interest complements his approach to sports coverage, where he enjoys highlighting the human stories behind performances and results. A history enthusiast by academic training, Neelav holds a bachelor’s degree in the subject and maintains a sustained interest in ancient and medieval Indian history, particularly in cultural and social transitions across eras. His curiosity about the past often shapes his perspective on contemporary narratives and long-form storytelling. When he isn’t tracking scores or developing storylines, Neelav enjoys spending time over the chessboard, relaxing with his cats, or listening to the Empire podcast by Anita Anand and William Dalrymple. He also enjoys reading long-form sports writing that explores the emotional and cultural layers of sport, while maintaining a quiet routine that balances reading, reflection, and occasional time with friends.Read More

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