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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Equals Milestone with Impressive IPL Performance

In a thrilling IPL match, Bhuvneshwar Kumar's exceptional bowling led Royal Challengers Bangalore to a narrow victory over Mumbai Indians. With 4 wickets in this match, Kumar not only helped his team secure a win but also reached a remarkable milestone of 21 wickets this season. This achievement places him in an elite group of bowlers who have taken 20 or more wickets in a single IPL season multiple times. As he retakes the Purple Cap, Kumar's performance continues to solidify his status as one of the league's top bowlers.
By Narendra Chaudhary May 11, 2026, 00:23 IST

RCB Triumphs Over MI in Thrilling IPL Encounter

In the 54th match of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore faced off against Mumbai Indians, securing a thrilling victory by 2 wickets on the last ball. RCB's bowlers delivered an outstanding performance, restricting Mumbai Indians to a total of just 166 runs. A standout in this match was Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who took 4 wickets, placing him alongside Jasprit Bumrah and Lasith Malinga in a notable achievement.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Remarkable IPL Feat

Bhuvneshwar Kumar is recognized as one of the premier bowlers in IPL history. By claiming 4 wickets against Mumbai Indians, he elevated his season tally to 21 wickets. This achievement marks the fourth time he has taken 20 or more wickets in a single IPL season, equaling the records of Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah. Leading the list is Yuzvendra Chahal, who has accomplished this feat 5 times.


Top Bowlers with 20 or More Wickets in a Single IPL Season


  • Yuzvendra Chahal - 5 times


  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar - 4 times


  • Jasprit Bumrah - 4 times


  • Lasith Malinga - 4 times



Bhuvneshwar Kumar Retakes Purple Cap Lead

In the 2026 IPL season, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has once again claimed the Purple Cap, having played 11 matches and taken 21 wickets at an impressive average of 15.28, with an economy rate of 7.46. Following him is Anshul Kamboj from CSK, who has secured 19 wickets so far.