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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Bhuvneshwar Kumar has etched his name in IPL history by becoming the most successful pace bowler. During a thrilling match against Mumbai Indians, he not only broke Dwayne Bravo's record but also contributed to RCB's crucial 12-run victory. Kumar now stands with 184 wickets in 179 matches, placing him third in the all-time IPL wicket-takers list. This achievement highlights his consistent performance and significant role in the tournament's competitive landscape.

Key Points: Bhuvneshwar Kumar Breaks Bravo's IPL Bowling Record

  • Bhuvneshwar surpasses Bravo's 183 wickets in just 179 matches
  • RCB defeats Mumbai Indians by 12 runs
  • Third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history behind Chahal and Chawla
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RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes most successful IPL pacer in history, becomes third-highest wicket-taker

RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes most successful IPL pacer, overtakes Dwayne Bravo with 184 wickets in historic milestone

"Records are meant to be broken - IPL Commentary Team"

Mumbai, April 8

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar overtook West Indies legend Dwayne Bravo to become the pacer with the most wickets in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Bhuvneshwar achieved this milestone during the IPL match against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede Stadium.

During the match, Bhuvneshwar gave away 48 runs but got a crucial wicket of Tilak Varma, who threatened to take the game away from RCB.

Now in 179 matches, Bhuvneshwar has taken 184 wickets as compared to Bravo's 183 scalps in 161 IPL matches. With this, he has also become the third-highest wicket-taker in the IPL. Above him are Punjab Kings (PBKS) spinner Yuzvendra Chahal (206 wickets in 162 matches at an average of 22.83 and best figures of 5/40) and Piyush Chawla (192 wickets in 192 matches at an average of 26.60, with best figures of 4/17).

Coming to the match, MI won the toss and opted to field first. Though Phil Salt departed early, Virat (67 in 42 balls, with eight fours and two sixes) and Devdutt Padikkal (37 in 22 balls, with two fours and three sixes) made sure MI regretted their decision as they put on a counter-attacking 91-run stand. After the dismissal of this duo, skipper Rajat Patidar (64 in 32 balls, with five fours and four sixes) and Jitesh Sharma (40* in 19 balls, with two fours and four sixes) made sure that the run-rate never went down. RCB ended at 221/5.

Hardik Pandya (2/45), the skipper and Trent Boult (2/57) took two wickets but leaked runs. Vignesh Puthur got a wicket as well. Jasprit Bumrah delivered figures of 0/29 in four overs on his comeback.

During the run-chase, MI was 99/4 in 12 overs. But an explosive 89 run stand between Tilak Varma (56 in 29 balls, with four boundaries and four sixes) and skipper Hardik Pandya (42 in 15 balls, with three fours and four sixes) threatened to take the game away from RCB.

However, Krunal (4/45), Josh Hazlewood (2/37) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/48) came in clutch with crucial wickets at the right times, helping secure RCB a 12-run win.

RCB is at the third spot with three wins and a loss in four matches and all their three wins have been away from home. MI have won just one out of their five games and are standing at eighth spot.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
What a legend Bhuvi has become! From being a swing specialist to now the most successful pacer in IPL history. That economy rate though... 48 runs in 4 overs is a bit concerning 😅 Still, massive achievement!
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Priya M.
So happy for Bhuvi! 🎉 He's been so consistent over the years. That crucial wicket of Tilak changed the game completely. RCB's bowling attack looking dangerous this season!
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Arjun S.
Respect to Bhuvi but I think the article focuses too much on individual records. The real story is RCB's amazing team performance - that 221 total was 🔥
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Sanjana T.
As a MI fan, this hurts 😭 But gotta admit Bhuvi's experience showed in that crucial over. That slower ball to get Tilak was pure class. Hope our boys bounce back soon!
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Vikram J.
Interesting that Chahal is still so far ahead with 206 wickets. Spinners dominating the wicket-taking charts shows how T20 cricket has evolved. Bhuvi breaking Bravo's record is huge though!

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