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Irfan Pathan Credits Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Repeatable Action for IPL 2026 Success

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has emerged as the Orange Cap holder in IPL 2026 with 21 wickets in 11 matches. Former cricketer Irfan Pathan attributes his success to a consistent and repeatable bowling action maintained over 16 years. Pathan praised Bhuvneshwar's wrist position, seam control, and ability to swing the ball both ways with accuracy. Bhuvneshwar is the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL history with 201 wickets.

Key Points: Bhuvneshwar's Repeatable Action Key to IPL 2026 Success

  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar is Orange Cap holder with 21 wickets in IPL 2026
  • Irfan Pathan credits his repeatable bowling action for success
  • He has 201 wickets in 201 IPL matches, second all-time
  • RCB is second on points table with seven wins
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Irfan Pathan attributes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's IPL 2026 success to his consistent bowling action

Irfan Pathan says Bhuvneshwar Kumar's consistent, repeatable bowling action is behind his IPL 2026 success. The RCB pacer leads the Orange Cap race with 21 wickets.

"Bhuvneshwar has an amazing and highly repeatable action. He has had a 16-year-long IPL career and hasn't changed his action one bit. - Irfan Pathan"

Mumbai, May 13

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan credited Royal Challengers Bengaluru's pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Indian Premier League 2026 success to his consistent and repeatable action for years.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has emerged as the Orange Cap holder in the IPL 2026 season. In the 11 matches so far, the right-arm pacer has scalped 21 wickets at an exceptional average of 15.29 with one four-wicket haul.

He has been one of the major contributors to RCB's attempt at the title defence so far, as they are positioned second on the IPL points table with seven wins in 11 matches so far.

Speaking on JioHotstar, JioStar expert Irfan Pathan spoke about why Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been so successful in IPL 2026 for RCB. He praised the pacer for his consistency and control, saying his long-standing, repeatable bowling action has been key to his success in the Indian Premier League. Pathan highlighted Bhuvneshwar's precise wrist position, seam control, and ability to swing the ball both ways with accuracy, adding that his experience allows him to execute his plans perfectly under pressure.

"Bhuvneshwar has an amazing and highly repeatable action. He has had a 16-year-long IPL career and hasn't changed his action one bit. When you have the same action for such a long period, you can hit the areas you want to target. At the same time, his wrist position and the way he manoeuvres it is masterful, with very little change in seam position, whether he is bowling the inswinger or moving it away, and all of it with so much control. When a bowler is running in at a certain speed, you only get a fraction of a second to react, and he has the ability to land the ball exactly where he wants to with the right fields. That's where experience comes into play," Pathan said.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar is currently the highest wicket-taking pacer in the history of the Indian Premier League, with 201 wickets in 201 matches. Overall, he ranks second on the all-time wicket-takers list, behind only Yuzvendra Chahal, who leads the chart with 229 wickets.

Bhuvneshwar will look to continue his brilliant form with the ball in the IPL 2026 in RCB's next match, against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), on Wednesday.

- ANI

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Kavya N
This is what separates good bowlers from great ones. Bhuvi doesn't need 150 kph because his brain and wrist are perfectly in sync. Shami and Bumrah also have similar repeatable actions—that's why India's pace attack is world-class. Also, brilliant to see him leading RCB's title defence after being let go by SRH! Karma is real 😌
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Ravi K
A very underappreciated point: Bhuvi's wrist position and seam control are a masterclass for young pacers. Too many youngsters try to copy Bumrah or Archer but forget the basics. Watch Bhuvi's action in slow-motion—it's poetry! Sad that injuries slowed him down earlier, but he's still effective at 36. 👏
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James A
As an Australian who follows the IPL, I always admired Bhuvi's consistency. While everyone talks about pace, he proves that swing and accuracy can still win games. Irfan's analysis is spot-on—repeatable action is why he's remained relevant for 16 years. Good to see him back at his best!
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Siddharth J
Let's not forget that Bhuvi's injuries (especially the back issues) were partly due to that same action's load. But credit where it's due—he adapted brilliantly and still ended up as the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL history. He might just surpass Chahal if he plays one more season. RCB fans must be over the moon! 💜💛

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