Harbhajan Singh Records & Statistics
Harbhajan Singh Records, Stats, Hat-Trick, Wickets & Career Achievements
Harbhajan Singh – The Turbanator of Indian Cricket
Harbhajan Singh is one of India’s greatest spin bowlers and among the most successful off-spinners in cricket history. Nicknamed “The Turbanator”, Harbhajan played a pivotal role in India’s rise as a strong Test side during the 2000s.
Known for his aggressive attitude, sharp off-spin, and ability to perform in high-pressure matches, he was a match-winner across formats and one of India’s leading wicket-takers for more than a decade.
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Harbhajan Singh Plaha |
| Born | 3 July 1980 |
| Birth Place | Jalandhar, Punjab, India |
| Country | India |
| Batting Style | Right-Hand Bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-Arm Off Break |
| Role | Bowler |
| Test Debut | vs Australia, 1998 |
| ODI Debut | vs New Zealand, 1998 |
| T20I Debut | vs South Africa, 2006 |
| International Career | 1998–2016 |
Career Statistics
Test Cricket
| Matches | Wickets | Average | Best Bowling | Five-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | 417 | 32.46 | 8/84 | 25 |
Harbhajan became only the fourth Indian bowler to take more than 400 Test wickets.
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Wickets | Average | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 236 | 269 | 33.35 | 5/31 |
T20 International
| Matches | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| 28 | 25 | 6.20 |
International Career Summary
| Matches | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 367 | 711 | 3,569 |
Harbhajan finished his international career with over 700 wickets across formats.
Major Career Records
First Indian Bowler to Take a Test Hat-Trick
India vs Australia, Kolkata (2001)
| Wickets |
|---|
| Ricky Ponting |
| Adam Gilchrist |
| Shane Warne |
Harbhajan became the first Indian bowler ever to claim a Test hat-trick.
Historic Achievement
✅ First Test hat-trick by an Indian
✅ Against one of the strongest Australian teams ever
✅ Achieved at Eden Gardens
Hero of the 2001 Australia Series
One of the Greatest Test Series Ever
Against Steve Waugh’s dominant Australian side:
| Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|
| 3 | 32 |
Harbhajan almost single-handedly dismantled Australia’s batting lineup.
Test Match Figures
Chennai Test
| Match Figures |
|---|
| 15/217 |
One of the greatest match performances by an Indian bowler.
World Cup Achievements
ICC Cricket World Cup Winner
2011 World Cup
Harbhajan was a key member of India’s World Cup-winning squad under MS Dhoni.
ICC Champions Trophy Winner
2002 Champions Trophy
Part of India’s title-winning team.
ICC T20 World Cup Winner
2007 T20 World Cup
Played a crucial role in India’s historic inaugural T20 World Cup triumph.
Famous Performances
8/84 vs Australia
Best Test Bowling
| Figures |
|---|
| 8/84 |
One of the finest bowling spells by an Indian spinner.
15/217 vs Australia
Best Match Figures
| Figures |
|---|
| 15/217 |
Among the best match bowling figures in Indian Test history.
5/31 vs England
Best ODI Bowling
| Figures |
|---|
| 5/31 |
His best ODI bowling performance.
IPL Career
IPL Statistics
| Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|
| 163 | 150 |
IPL Teams
- Mumbai Indians
- Chennai Super Kings
- Kolkata Knight Riders
IPL Achievements
🏆 Multiple IPL titles with Mumbai Indians
Harbhajan was one of the key bowlers during Mumbai Indians’ dominant years.
Awards & Honors
- Padma Shri (2009)
- Arjuna Award (2003)
- ICC ODI Team of the Year selections
- Multiple IPL titles
- ICC tournament winner in all major formats
Interesting Facts
Unique Records
- First Indian Test hat-trick.
- 417 Test wickets.
- 269 ODI wickets.
- 25 Test five-wicket hauls.
- Over 700 international wickets.
Valuable Lower-Order Batsman
Harbhajan also contributed useful runs.
Batting Milestones
| Achievement |
|---|
| 2 Test Centuries |
| 9 Test Fifties |
| 3,500+ International Runs |
His centuries against New Zealand and England showcased his batting ability.
Rivalry with Australia
Harbhajan enjoyed remarkable success against Australia.
Test Record vs Australia
| Wickets |
|---|
| 95+ |
Few bowlers troubled Australian batsmen as consistently as Harbhajan during the early 2000s.
Why Harbhajan Singh Is Special
Harbhajan’s greatness comes from:
✅ Aggressive match-winning bowling
✅ Historic Test hat-trick
✅ Dominance against Australia
✅ 700+ international wickets
✅ Success in World Cups and IPL
He remains one of the most successful off-spinners India has ever produced.
Career Highlights
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| International Wickets | 711 |
| Test Wickets | 417 |
| ODI Wickets | 269 |
| Test Five-Fors | 25 |
| Test Hat-Tricks | 1 |
| Best Test Bowling | 8/84 |
| Best Match Figures | 15/217 |
FAQs
How many wickets did Harbhajan Singh take in Test cricket?
Harbhajan took 417 wickets in 103 Test matches.
What is Harbhajan Singh’s most famous record?
He became the first Indian bowler to take a Test hat-trick, against Australia in 2001.
How many international wickets did Harbhajan Singh take?
He finished with 711 international wickets across all formats.
Was Harbhajan part of India’s 2011 World Cup-winning team?
Yes, he played a key role in India’s victorious 2011 Cricket World Cup campaign.
Why is Harbhajan called “The Turbanator”?
The nickname reflects his Sikh identity and his ability to dominate batsmen with spin bowling.
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