Indonesia’s Gede Priandana Makes T20I History With Five Wickets in a Single Over
Indonesia’s Gede Priandana has written his name into international cricket history after producing an extraordinary spell that saw him claim five wickets in a single over during a Twenty20 International match against Cambodia in Bali. The remarkable performance came in the opening game of an eight match series and played a decisive role in Indonesia’s commanding victory.
The 28 year old fast bowler delivered the record breaking moment while defending a target of 168 runs. Cambodia were still in the contest at 106 for five when Priandana was brought on to bowl the 16th over. What followed stunned players, officials, and spectators alike, as the Indonesian seamer dismantled the batting lineup with pace, movement, and precision.
Priandana began the over by dismissing Shah Abrar Hussain, setting the tone for what was to come. He then removed Nirmaljit Singh and Chanthoeun Rathanak with successive deliveries, completing a hat trick that immediately shifted momentum in Indonesia’s favour. After a dot ball that increased pressure further, Priandana continued his assault, sending Mongdara Sok and Pel Vennak back to the pavilion with the final legitimate deliveries of the over. A wide delivery in between meant the over consisted of seven balls, but it did nothing to dilute the achievement.
With five wickets falling in a single over, Priandana became the first bowler in the history of the T20 International format to accomplish the feat. The spell effectively ended Cambodia’s hopes, as they were bowled out for 107, handing Indonesia a comprehensive 60 run win in the series opener.
The match was part of an officially recognised T20 International series, making the record even more significant. While unusual bowling feats have occurred in domestic competitions, achieving such a milestone on the international stage places Priandana in a unique category within the sport’s record books.
Cricket observers praised not only the number of wickets but also the composure shown by Priandana in a high pressure situation. With Cambodia still mathematically in the chase, his ability to deliver accurate and attacking bowling proved decisive. Teammates described the moment as electric, with the atmosphere in Bali lifting as the over unfolded.
The performance is expected to boost the profile of Indonesian cricket, a developing nation in the global game. Moments like this draw attention to emerging teams and players, highlighting the growth of cricket beyond its traditional strongholds.
As the eight match series continues, Priandana’s achievement will remain the standout talking point. For Indonesian fans, it represents a proud moment, while for the wider cricket world, it serves as a reminder that history can be made in unexpected places by players ready to seize their moment.
