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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.

06 Jun 2026
Krunal Pandya

These in-form RCB stars missed out on India's T20I squads

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced its T20I squad for the upcoming tours of Ireland and England, as well as the Asian Games 2026.

02 Jun 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Presenting the redemption stories of IPL 2026

The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans shine, as the former lifted their second successive title.

01 Jun 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: Two-time winners RCB script these records

For 17 years, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) waited for their first Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy.

01 Jun 2026
Dwayne Bravo

Bowlers to win multiple Purple Cap in IPL history

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada claimed the coveted Purple Cap in the 2026 Indian Premier League, having ended as the tournament's leading wicket-taker for a second time.

01 Jun 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Decoding the Indian Premier League 2026 season in stats

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defended their Indian Premier League (IPL) title by beating Gujarat Titans (GT) in the final of the 2026 edition.

31 May 2026
Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada wins the IPL 2026 Purple Cap: Key stats

Gujarat Titans (GT) pacer Kagiso Rabada has won the prestigious Purple Cap in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

31 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Dissecting Bhuvneshwar Kumar's dominance over Shubman Gill (IPL)

The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) final will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Gujarat Titans at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on May 31.

31 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Has Bhuvneshwar Kumar struggled in IPL finals? Key stats

The stage is set for an epic clash as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) gear up to face each other in the final of the 2026 Indian Premier League.

31 May 2026
Josh Hazlewood

IPL 2026 final, RCB vs GT: Presenting key player battles

The grand finale of the 2026 Indian Premier League will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans.

30 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026 final: RCB, GT eye silverware in Ahmedabad

The final match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be played between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on May 31.

29 May 2026
Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada features in his 100th IPL match: Key stats

Gujarat Titans pacer Kagiso Rabada has completed 100 appearances in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

29 May 2026
Virat Kohli

IPL: Bhuvneshwar Kumar has clocked these sensational numbers in Ahmedabad

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) thrashed Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 to become the first finalist of the 2026 Indian Premier League.

28 May 2026
Indian Cricket Team

IPL 2026: Can resurgent Bhuvneshwar Kumar return to Team India?

Continuing their dominant run, Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans to make their second successive IPL final.

27 May 2026
Rajat Patidar

IPL 2026: Why Qualifier 1 winner RCB have an edge

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru reached the IPL 2026 final after beating Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

IPL 2026: 3 RCB players who can earn India call-up

Continuing their dominant run, Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first side to reach the IPL 2026 playoffs.

26 May 2026
Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026: Defending champions RCB thrash GT, reach fifth final

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru made light work of the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans at Dharamsala's HPCA Stadium.

25 May 2026
Josh Hazlewood

IPL 2026, Qualifier 1: Can RCB ace the GT challenge?

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in the first qualifier of IPL 2026.

25 May 2026
Heinrich Klaasen

IPL 2026: Presenting the best XI of league stage

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has seen some stellar performances during its league stage.

23 May 2026
Mohammed Shami

Bowlers to concede 50+ in an IPL innings most often

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become only the second bowler in IPL history to concede 50 or more runs on nine separate occasions in an innings.

21 May 2026
Abhishek Sharma

IPL 2026, SRH vs RCB: Who will ace Round 2?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a crucial IPL 2026 match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

21 May 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

IPL 2026, SRH vs RCB: Key player matchups

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will clash in Match 67 of IPL 2026 at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International on May 22.

18 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Here's why RCB are favorites to win IPL 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), on Sunday, became the first team to qualify for the playoffs of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

17 May 2026
Imran Tahir

IPL: Bowlers with most wickets after turning 35

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) reached the IPL 2026 playoffs after handing Punjab Kings their sixth successive defeat.

17 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar sets records in Dharamsala

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) reached the IPL 2026 playoffs after handing Punjab Kings their sixth successive defeat.

17 May 2026
Punjab Kings (PBKS)

IPL 2026: RCB become first side to reach playoffs

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have become the first side to reach the IPL 2026 playoffs.

16 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: RCB aim to seal playoff berth against PBKS

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala.

14 May 2026
Cameron Green

IPL 2026: Ton-up Virat Kohli ends KKR's 4-match winning streak

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) failed to defend a target of 193 runs against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash.

12 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: Why KKR can stun RCB in Raipur

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 57 of IPL 2026 on Wednesday.

12 May 2026
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

IPL 2026: Resurgent KKR face hosts RCB in must-win clash

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 57 of IPL 2026 on Wednesday.

11 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL: Most runs successfully chased by RCB in 20th over

Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched a thrilling last-ball victory over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash on Sunday.

11 May 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

Listing the final-ball thrillers in IPL 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off a nail-biting last-ball victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash on Sunday.

11 May 2026
Andy Flower

RCB's Andy Flower fined for breaching IPL code of conduct

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower has been fined 15% of his match fee for violating Level 1 of the IPL 2026 Code of Conduct.

11 May 2026
Lasith Malinga

Bowlers to claim 20-plus wickets in most IPL seasons

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the first bowler to take 20 wickets in the 2026 Indian Premier League.

11 May 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

'Didn't deserve to win': Rajat Patidar reflects on RCB-MI match

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar has admitted that his team did not deserve to win their recent IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI).

11 May 2026
Rohit Sharma

'Motivation is overrated': Bhuvneshwar Kumar after match-winning display versus MI

In a recent match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI), Bhuvneshwar Kumar's all-round performance helped RCB secure a thrilling victory.

10 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026, RCB down MI in last-ball thriller: Key stats

Mumbai Indians (MI) failed to defend their score of 166 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

10 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

Bhuvneshwar Kumar claims his 3rd four-wicket haul in IPL: Stats

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has made his mark in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

10 May 2026
Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav records his 26th duck in T20 cricket: Stats

Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Suryakumar Yadav fell for a first-ball duck against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 54 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Sunday.

09 May 2026
Mumbai Indians (MI)

IPL 2026: Here's why RCB can dominate MI in Raipur

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be looking to bounce back from a two-match losing streak when they take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in a crucial IPL 2026 clash in Raipur on Sunday.

09 May 2026
Hardik Pandya

IPL 2026: Can RCB return to winning ways against MI?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to end their two-match losing streak and get their IPL 2026 campaign back on track when they take on Mumbai Indians in Raipur on May 10.

08 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: These bowlers have impressed the most so far

As the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) heats up, all eyes are on the top bowlers of the season.

08 May 2026
Josh Hazlewood

IPL 2026: Ton-up Mitchell Marsh helps LSG pip RCB

Mitchell Marsh's explosive century helped Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 50 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

06 May 2026
Lucknow Super Giants

IPL 2026, LSG vs RCB: Key player matchups

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 50 of IPL 2026 on May 7.

04 May 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

These bowlers have clocked 200-plus IPL wickets

Sunil Narine, the West Indies spinner, has become the first overseas cricketer in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to complete 200 wickets.

30 Apr 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL 2026: All-round GT pip RCB at Narendra Modi Stadium

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) suffered a defeat against hosts Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash.

30 Apr 2026
Indian Cricket Team

Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes second Indian with 350 T20 wickets: Stats

Star pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the second Indian to take 350 wickets in T20 cricket.

29 Apr 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

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.

28 Apr 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

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.