In 2025, we have seen some of the most expensive bowling spells in T20I Cricket. This tournament perfectly showcased how crucial it is to have tough and fearless bowlers in the game. Some helped to bring back the losing match, whereas some helped in defending the score.
These moments reflected how great bowlers can build pressure in the game. It is not easy to bowl in T20. If the batters are in form, the bowlers can easily lose control. The bowlers are under a lot of pressure, and one mistake can cost the team a lot.
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Most Expensive Bowling Spells in T20I Cricket in 2025
1. Liam McCarthy
Liam McCarthy had made a memorable debut in T20. He bowled the most expensive spell against the West Indies in the history of T20Is. He conceded 81 runs in 4 overs. Liam passed Sri Lanka, which conceded 75 runs. It was a hard day for Liam trying to get a wicket.
As a result of his spell, West Indies ended the innings at 256\5. He gave a total of 11 fours and five sixes with two wides.
2. Brydon Carse
Brydon Carse in the match against the West Indies on June 10 struggled to perform. The batters targeted him with fearless batting strikes. However, he managed to take one wicket but conceded 63 runs in 4 overs. Brendon has appeared twice on the list.
This statistic reflected the dominance of the batters. His pacers always hit the target, but this time the batters played big shots on them. Eventually, Brydon lost control of his delivery.
3. Alzarri Joseph
Alzarri Joseph is on the list twice this year in a high-scoring match on June 8 against England. He had a hard time delivering an impact on the pitch. He gave away 60 runs without any wickets in his overs. The England batters went hard on him, scoring back-to-back in the match.
His pace or short ball didn’t help at the moment. As a result, England dominated the whole match.
4. Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer struggled with bowling in front of India. He was constantly under pressure because of India’s great batting. In his over, Jofra gave away 60 runs with one wicket. The batters were playing boldly during his over, creating more pressure.
Even the flat pitch in Rajkot made it harder for him. His performance was not what fans were expecting.
5. Alzari Joseph
On June 10, once again facing England, Alzarri faced difficulty in stopping the batsmen from scoring. He gave away an expensive spell of 60 runs under high pressure. The England batters once again dominated his over with scoring as much as they could.
It was unusual of Alzarri, but it seemed he was struggling in his deliveries. The pressure from both ends made it more difficult.
6. Adil Rashid
The excellent leg-spinner was facing difficulty in his deliveries against the West Indies. The batters were playing boldly against his bowling, reaching for every run they could gain. However, he grabbed a wicket while conceding 59 runs in his over.
The West Indies batters used the small ground dimension to their advantage perfectly with their long shots.
7. Derrick Brangma
Derrick Brangma bowled a good spell, which turned out to be slightly expensive against Canada. The pitch did not support his spins, eventually giving 49 runs in his over. However, he kept trying and gave his best, landing two wickets.
He was one of the good performers in the match that day. His spells reflected how dedicated and high-spirited Derrick is.
8. Liam Dawson
Liam Dawson struggled in his Bowling against the West Indies batters. The West Indies batters were going strong in the game. He gave away 49 runs in his four overs; however, he couldn’t grab a wicket in the over. The batters didn’t give him a single chance to build pressure.
Liam also tried changing his pace, but there were no results. It was a tough day for the spinner.
9. Brydon Carse
Brydon Carse had bowled another expensive spell; however, this one was quite better. On June 8, against the West Indies, he was struggling. He gave away 42 runs and scored only one wicket in his overs. His performance improved a little compared to the last match.
10. Arshdeep Singh
Arshdeep Singh had a tough day in Rajkot against England. He bowled four overs, conceding around 40 runs and a crucial wicket at the moment. The England batters started off strong, but Arshdeep’s spell put them under pressure.
He smartly used his short balls and yorkers. It was a decent spell by him in a high-scoring match.
