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.
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.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar enters top 3 in wicket-takers list (IPL): Stats
RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has entered the top three all-time highest wicket-takers in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
IPL 2025: DC maintain 100% win record with RCB scalp
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) saw Delhi Capitals (DC) beat them at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday.
R Ashwin becomes third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history: Key stats
Veteran Indian spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, has reached a major career milestone by becoming the third-highest wicket-taker in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
IPL 2025, all-round GT hand RCB their maiden defeat: Stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) suffered their maiden defeat in the IPL 2025 season.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar dismisses Shubman Gill for fourth time in IPL
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar got the key scalp of Shubman Gill in match number 14 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season on Wednesday.
All-round RCB humble CSK at Chepauk in IPL 2025: Stats
All-round Royal Challengers Bengaluru humbled Chennai Super Kings at the Chepauk in match number 8 of the Indian Premier League 2025 season.
IPL 2025, RCB: Squad analysis, schedule, Probable XI, and more
Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) are preparing for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, with the hope of clinching their maiden title.
Varun Chakravarthy has dismissed Buttler five times in T20s: Stats
Indian leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy made a huge impact in the recently-concluded T20I series against England.
How many Indians own multiple five-wicket hauls in T20I cricket?
Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy entered the record books on January 28 with an incredible five-wicket haul against England.