Bhuvneshwar Kumar Achieves 200 Wickets Milestone in IPL History
In a remarkable achievement, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the first fast bowler and second overall to reach 200 wickets in IPL history. This milestone was reached during the 11th match of IPL 2026, showcasing his exceptional talent and consistency. With this accomplishment, he joins Yuzvendra Chahal in the elite club of bowlers with over 200 wickets in the tournament. Discover more about his journey and the current top wicket-takers in IPL.
| Apr 5, 2026, 22:19 IST
Historic Achievement by Bhuvneshwar Kumar
During the 11th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on April 5, veteran Indian fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar made history at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium. He became the first fast bowler and only the second bowler in the tournament's history to achieve 200 wickets. Prior to this season, he needed just two wickets to reach this significant milestone, which he accomplished in his second match of the season.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Reaches 200 Wickets in IPL
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is now the second Indian bowler to reach the 200-wicket mark in IPL history, following star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who holds the record with 224 wickets from 176 matches. Bhuvneshwar achieved his 200th wicket in his 192nd match. The current standings for top wicket-takers in IPL are as follows:
- Yuzvendra Chahal - 224 wickets
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar - 200* wickets
- Sunil Narine - 193 wickets
- Piyush Chawla - 192 wickets
- Ravichandran Ashwin - 187 wickets
- Jasprit Bumrah - 183 wickets
- Dwayne Bravo - 183 wickets