NewKerala.com

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Enters Elite 200-Wicket Club in IPL History

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has made history by becoming the second bowler ever to claim 200 wickets in the IPL, and the first fast bowler to do so. He reached the milestone by dismissing Chennai Super Kings batter Ayush Mhatre during an RCB match. His achievement places him in an exclusive club alongside fellow Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who leads the all-time list. In the same match, RCB powered to a massive total of 250/3, fueled by explosive batting from Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar, and Tim David.

Key Points: Bhuvneshwar Kumar Reaches 200 IPL Wickets Milestone

  • Joins Yuzvendra Chahal in 200-wicket club
  • First fast bowler to achieve the feat
  • Dismissed CSK's Ayush Mhatre for milestone
  • RCB posts huge 250/3 against CSK
  • Tim David stars with 70* off 25 balls
2 min read

Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes second bowler to register 200 IPL wickets

RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes the second bowler and first pacer to take 200 IPL wickets, joining Yuzvendra Chahal in an elite club.

"Bhuvneshwar Kumar entered his name in the record books as he became only the second bowler and the first fast bowler to claim 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League history. - Report"

Bengaluru, April 5

Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar entered his name in the record books as he became only the second bowler and the first fast bowler to claim 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League history. Bhuvneshwar achieved the feat by dismissing Chennai Super Kings batter Ayush Mhatre in the IPL 2026 match on Sunday.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL's history, has now joined the fellow Indian Yuzvendra Chahal in the 200 IPL wickets club. Bhuvneshwar now has 200 wickets in 192 matches at an average of 27.25. Meanwhile, Chahal has 224 wickets to his name, 176 matches at an average of 22.68. Bhuvneshwar is followed by the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL-Sunil Narine--who has 193 wickets in 191 IPL matches.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar reached the 200-wicket milestone by getting rid of Ayush Mhatre in the RCB vs CSK match. He bowled a hard-length delivery outside off stump that rose sharply, cramping Ayush Mhatre on the pull shot. Mhatre mistimed it, and the ball popped up off the bat to mid-off, where Rajat Patidar completed an easy catch.

Coming to the IPL 2026 match, defending champions RCB produced a batting masterclass to post a huge 250/3 against Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. After a decent start from Virat Kohli (28 off 18 balls) and Phil Salt (46 off 30 balls), the innings was powered by explosive knocks from Devdutt Padikkal (50 off 29 balls), skipper Rajat Patidar (48* off 19 balls), and a breathtaking innings from Tim David (70* off 25 balls).

RCB accelerated rapidly in the middle and death overs, with Padikkal and Patidar building momentum before an unbeaten 99-run partnership between Patidar and David came in just 35 balls. David's late onslaught, including eight sixes, pushed the total to 250 in 20 overs, with the team smashing 19 sixes overall.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

S
Sarah B
As a cricket fan living abroad, it's incredible to follow these milestones. Bhuvneshwar's consistency across so many seasons is remarkable. The battle between him and Chahal for the top spot will be fun to watch now!
R
Rohit P
Great feat, no doubt. But looking at the numbers, his average of 27+ is a bit high compared to Chahal's 22. In T20 cricket, economy and strike rate matter a lot. Sometimes I feel he goes for runs in the death overs nowadays. Still, a true IPL legend!
P
Priya S
So proud of him! From the early days with Pune to now with RCB, he's been a class act. Also, 250/3 at Chinnaswamy! What a batting show that must have been. Tim David is a monster hitter!
V
Vikram M
Bhuvi bhai, zabardast! 🎉 This is a huge moment for Indian fast bowling. In a league dominated by spinners and mystery bowlers, a traditional swing bowler reaching this peak is special. Hope he catches Chahal soon!
M
Michael C
Amazing longevity. To play 192 matches as a fast bowler in this grueling tournament is an achievement in itself. The IPL really has created its own pantheon of legends.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50