Bhuvneshwar Kumar: News
A teenage prodigy who bowled out the legendary Sachin Tendulkar for his first-ever duck in domestic cricket at the age of 19, Bhuvneshwar Kumar was never away from the limelight. A lanky medium pacer hailing from the Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, Kumar, known by the nickname Bhuvi amongst his teammates and fans, made his international debut at the age of 22 in 2012. In his first T20I against Pakistan, he took three wickets. In his first ODI match against the same opposition, he began by taking the wicket of Mohammed Hafeez in the first-ever ball he bowled in ODIs. In 2013, Kumar made his Test debut against Australia and finished the series with six wickets from four matches. In the same series, he scored 38 runs, the highest by an Indian number 10 on debut. Kumar was part of India's successful 2013 ICC Champions Trophy campaign. He was part of the "Team of the Tournament" in both the 2013 and 2017 ICC Champions Trophy editions. Known for his accuracy and ability to swing the ball, Kumar has been a regular in the Indian international setup. His achievements in the Indian Premier League (IPL) earned him a place in the all-time 'Cricinfo' IPL XI.
IPL 2026: Who are favorites for GT vs RCB clash?
Gujarat Titans (GT) will be up against the high-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 42 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.
Listing RCB bowlers with best figures versus DC in IPL
On Monday, Royal Challengers Bengaluru crushed Delhi Capitals by nine wickets in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Presenting the shortest completed Indian Premier League matches
Royal Challengers Bengaluru(RCB) scripted a ton of records with a thumping nine-wicket win against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Monday.
'Credit goes to bowlers': Patidar on DC's historic collapse
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar expressed his surprise at the way the pitch behaved in their recent match against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium.
IPL: Which fast bowler owns most three-wicket hauls?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru seamers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood ran riot against Delhi Capitals in Match 39 of IPL 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Six wickets in under 10 runs! RCB attain massive feat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) hammered Delhi Capitals (DC) in a low-scoring IPL 2026 thriller at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday.
IPL 2026: All-round RCB thrash DC in low-scoring thriller
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) thrashed Delhi Capitals in Match 39 of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood set records against DC
Royal Challengers Bengaluru seamers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood rocked the Delhi Capitals batting line-up in Match 39 of IPL 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
DC record lowest Powerplay score in IPL history: Key stats
In an unexpected turn of events, Delhi Capitals (DC) have set a new record for the lowest Powerplay score in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
IPL 2026: Can DC bounce back against formidable RCB?
The Delhi Capitals (DC) will be looking to bounce back from a heavy defeat against the Punjab Kings as they take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their next 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) match
IPL 2026: These player battles can headline DC-RCB clash
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 action continues with a high-octane clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Jos Buttler scores 25 versus RCB in his 500th T20
Gujarat Titans (GT) batter Jos Buttler scored a 16-ball 25 versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 34 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Friday.
IPL 2026, RCB vs GT: Key player matchups
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host Gujarat Titans in Match 34 of the 2026 Indian Premier League.
Fast bowlers with most wickets in IPL history
Jasprit Bumrah finally starred in Mumbai Indians' 99-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) in Ahmedabad.
IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar's three-fer versus DC goes in vain
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the veteran fast bowler for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), has been a standout performer in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals down in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased a brilliant display of with ball and bat to defeat an in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 26 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Saturday.
IPL 2026: RCB host DC in pursuit of another win
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals will lock horns in Match 26 of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam Dar combine to decimate LSG: Stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Rasikh Salam Dar combined to share 7 wickets between them against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 23 of the IPL 2026 season on Wednesday.
IPL 2026: Why RCB could hammer LSG at home
A formidable Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host Lucknow Super Giants in Match 23 of IPL 2026 on Wednesday.
IPL 2026, RCB vs LSG: Key player matchups
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host Lucknow Super Giants in Match 23 of IPL 2026 on Wednesday.
IPL 2026: Struggling MI host RCB at Wankhede
Mumbai Indians will host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a crucial Indian Premier League 2026 match on Sunday.
How has Bhuvneshwar Kumar fared against Rajasthan Royals (IPL)? Stats
Rajasthan Royals (RR) take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 16 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Friday.
IPL 2026, RR vs RCB: Key player matchups
Match 16 of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) will witness Rajasthan Royals (RR) host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
IPL 2026, RR vs RCB: Guwahati set for 'Battle Royale'
The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to witness a thrilling encounter between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
IPL 2026: RCB hand CSK their third successive defeat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru hammered Chennai Super Kings in Match 11 of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes first pacer with 200 IPL wickets: Stats
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the first fast bowler to complete 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
IPL 2026: Mohammed Shami dents SRH with breathtaking opening spell
Lucknow Super Giants pacer Mohammed Shami put up a masterclass in fast bowling in the 2026 IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
IPL 2026: Here's why RCB can dominate CSK at Chinnaswamy
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be looking to secure their second consecutive win in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
RCB host SRH in IPL 2026 opener: Preview and stats
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to begin with a thrilling clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
IPL 2026: These player battles can headline RCB-SRH clash
The much-anticipated IPL 2026 season kicks off with a thrilling clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
IPL: Presenting Indian pacers with most wickets in Powerplay
The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) will be underway on March 28, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar owns most powerplay wickets in IPL history: Stats
The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is just around the corner.
IPL 2026 warm-up game: Virat Kohli shows intent; Jitesh shines
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stars put on an impressive show in their first practice match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, their home ground, on Sunday.
Presenting the all-time highest wicket-takers in IPL history
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a platform for players to showcase their skills and make their mark.
Has Ajinkya Rahane been Bhuvneshwar Kumar's bunny in IPL? Stats
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is just around the corner, set to kick off on March 28.
IPL 2026: These RCB players will have the spotlight
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have assembled a strong squad for the 2026 Indian Premier League.
IPL 2026: Who all make it to RCB's best XI?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will enter the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season as defending champions for the first time in their history.
Squad analysis: Can RCB defend their IPL title?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have assembled a strong squad for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.
Year-ender: Here's how RCB ended their IPL trophy drought
The year 2025 saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally clinch the coveted Indian Premier League (IPL) title after defeating Punjab Kings in the final.
Arshdeep Singh vs Bhuvneshwar Kumar: T20I stats in powerplay overs
Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh recently became India's highest wicket-taker in the Powerplay in T20Is.
Arshdeep Singh surpasses Bhuvneshwar Kumar with this T20I record: Details
Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh is now the highest wicket-taker in the powerplay overs (1-6) for the Indian cricket team in T20Is.
Listing Indian bowlers with 30-plus powerplay wickets in T20I cricket
Star left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has equaled Bhuvneshwar Kumar's record for most wickets in powerplay overs for India in T20Is.
Arshdeep Singh equals this T20I record of Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh has equaled Bhuvneshwar Kumar's record for most T20I wickets in the Powerplay for India, a remarkable feat he achieved during the series opener against South Africa at Cuttack.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar defends India after 30-run loss to South Africa
Pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has defended India's performance and the pitch conditions at Eden Gardens, following their 30-run defeat to South Africa.
These Indian bowlers boast T20I four-fers vs Pakistan
Kuldeep Yadav's stellar performance led India to victory in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Listing bowlers with four-fers vs Pakistan in T20 Asia Cup
United Arab Emirates (UAE) pacer Junaid Siddique has shattered a long-standing record held by India's Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
T20 Asia Cup, Junaid Siddique claims four-fer versus Pakistan: Stats
United Arab Emirates (UAE) cricketer Junaid Siddique claimed a solid four-fer against Pakistan in the Men's T20 Asia Cup.
Rashid Khan breaks Bhuvneshwar Kumar's T20 Asia Cup record: Details
Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has broken an all-time record of Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the T20 Asia Cups.
Bowlers with best returns in T20 Asia Cup history
A remarkable bowling display from Kuldeep Yadav helped India bundle out UAE for 57 in their opening 2025 T20 Asia Cup contest in Dubai.
Decoding the best bowling figures in T20 Asia Cup history
The Asia Cup, one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments, has seen some of the best bowlers in the game.
Imran Tahir joins legends with fifth T20 fifer: Stats
Imran Tahir, the veteran cricketer and captain of Guyana Amazon Warriors, has matched an elite T20 record of Lasith Malinga and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar boasts this milestone in T20 Asia Cup: Details
The Asia Cup, a premier cricket tournament, has witnessed some of the most talented bowlers in the game.
How Team India has fared in T20 Asia Cup
India are set to feature in the 2025 Asia Cup, starting September 9 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
How Rohit Sharma-led India fared in 2022 T20 Asia Cup
India are set to feature in the 2025 Asia Cup, starting September 9 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Indians with most wickets in a Test series in England
Mohammed Siraj's stellar performance in the fifth Test against England at The Oval has earned him a place in cricketing history.
Andy Flower credits RCB's historic IPL triumph to auction strategy
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower has credited their historic IPL 2025 title victory to a well-planned auction strategy.
Decoding Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victorious IPL 2025 campaign in stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 title by defeating Punjab Kings in the final.
RCB tame sorry PBKS to reach IPL 2025 final: Stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru overcame sorry Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025 season to reach the final.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar dismisses Prabhsimran Singh for 5th time in T20s
Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar dismissed an in-form Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh in Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025 season in Mullanpur.
IPL 2025 Qualifier 1, PBKS vs RCB: Key player match-ups
Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to clash in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025 on May 29.
17-year-old Ayush Mhatre smashes 94 for CSK versus RCB: Stats
In a thrilling IPL encounter, Chennai Super Kings's 17-year-old batsman Ayush Mhatre slammed a superb 94-run knock versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
RCB complete the double over CSK in IPL 2025: Stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) completed the double over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League 2025 season.
Has Bhuvneshwar Kumar struggled versus CSK in IPL?
The 52nd match of IPL 2025 promises a thrilling encounter between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on May 3.
RCB down DC, go top of IPL 2025 standings: Stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) put on a stellar all-round display against Delhi Capitals (DC), at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Match 46 of the Indian Premier League 2025 season on Sunday.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes 2nd-highest wicket-taker in T20s among Indians: Stats
Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has created history by becoming the Indian bowler with second-most wickets in T20 cricket.
Decoding the greatest all-time Indian XI in Indian Premier League
The Indian Premier League has showcased the best of Indian cricket, producing icons across every department.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar vs Jasprit Bumrah: Stats after 300 T20 wickets
Jasprit Bumrah completed 300 T20 wickets in Mumbai Indians' IPL 2025 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on April 23.
Josh Hazlewood wants RCB's top order to bat 20 overs
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are going through a rough patch in IPL 2025, having lost their third consecutive match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
'Reckless batting': Sehwag lambasts RCB batters post loss vs PBKS
Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has slammed the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batters for their dismal performance in a recent IPL match against the Punjab Kings.
IPL 2025, PBKS beat RCB in rain-curtailed clash: Key stats
Match 34 of the Indian Premier League 2025 season between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, saw the visitors win.
RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar discusses responsibilities he shares with Josh Hazlewood
Ahead of the highly anticipated clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Bengaluru, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar spoke about the responsibilities he shares with Josh Hazlewood as the team's experienced fast bowlers.
Presenting bowlers with most wickets against KKR in IPL
Yuzvendra Chahal was the star of Punjab Kings's stunning win against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025 in Mullanpur.
IPL 2025: RCB beat RR in Jaipur, enter top four
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Rajasthan Royals in Match 28 of the 2025 Indian Premier League season on April 13.