Who is Bhuvneshwar Kumar?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is an Indian cricketer who represents Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket and plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League 2026.
He is a right-hand batsman and right-arm medium bowler known for his lethal swing bowling and accuracy with both new and old ball.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is among India’s finest swing bowlers, having taken nearly 300 international wkts across formats and becoming two-time IPL Purple Cap winner in 2016 and 2017.
Early Life and Background
He was Born on February 5, 1990, in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, his birth place is Meerut. His hometown is Luharli village, Gulaothi tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh.
Bhuvneshwar’s background involved middle-class environment.
His Father Pal Singh, was sub-inspector in Uttar Pradesh Police and passed away in May 2021 after battling liver cancer, and mother Indresh Singh who is homemaker.
His sister named Rekha Adhana played vital role taking him to coaching centre at13 year old. No brother in family. Sister encouraged cricket journey from beginning.
Regarding his relationships, Bhuvneshwar married childhood friend Nupur Nagar in November 2017. She is engineer by profession from Meerut. The couple welcomed baby girl named Akshay in November 2021.
There’s wife named Nupur Nagar whom he knew since childhood. His gf before marriage was also Nupur Nagar. Cast is Gurjar (Mavi Gotra), and house is bungalow in Ganga Nagar, Meerut.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Biography
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Bhuvneshwar Kumar Singh |
| Occupation | Bowler |
| Place | Meerut, Uttar Pradesh |
| Hometown | Luharli village, Bulandshahr |
| Date of Birth (Birthday) | February 5, 1990 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) |
| Weight | 86 Kgs. |
| Father | Kiran Pal Singh (Deceased) |
| Mother | Indresh Singh |
| Brother | None |
| Sisters | Rekha Adhana |
| Cast | Gurjar (Mavi Gotra) |
| Wife | Nupur Nagar |
| Gf | Nupur Nagar (before marriage) |
| House | Ganga Nagar, Meerut |
| IPL Team 2026 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| IPL Price 2026 | ₹10.75 crore |
| Net Worth | Estimated ₹75 crore |
Professional Cricket Career
Bhuvneshwar’s career start came through amateur tennis-ball tournaments before joining Bhamashah Cricket Academy in Meerut at 13.
Test career began on February 22, 2013, for India against Australia at Chennai where he took 5 wkts in debut series. In 21 Test matches, claimed 63 Test wickets with 4 five-wicket hauls and best bowling of 6/82 at average of 26.09.
ODI 1at Match Played on December 30, 2012, against Pakistan at Chennai where he bowled out Mohammad Hafeez with first delivery. In 121 ODI matches, took 142 ODI Wickets with best of 5/42 at economy of 5.08.
T20I debut was on December 25, 2012, against Pakistan at Bengaluru where he bowled out Nasir Jamshed. In 87 T20I matches, claimed 90 T20 wickets with best of 5/4 at economy of 6.96.
First Class career spanning 72 matches yielded 231 wkts with 13 five-wicket hauls and best bowling of 8/41 at average of 25.80.
List-A career across 173 matches produced 219 wkts with best of 5/42 at economy of 4.85.
Recent news includes his crucial role in RCB’s maiden IPL 2025 title victory contributing important wkts and being bought for ₹10.75 crore for Bhuvneshwar Kumar 2026 season.
IPL Career
His Indian Premier League journey began in 2009 when Royal Challengers Bangalore signed him for ₹6 lakh but didn’t play. Moved to Pune Warriors for ₹20 lakh in 2011-13 with limited success.
Sunrisers Hyderabad acquired him for ₹4.25 crore in 2014 where he became lynchpin of their bowling attack. Won Purple Cap in 2016 taking 23 wkts and 2017 with 26 wkts leading them to title in 2016.
In IPL 2025, delivered match-winning performances helping RCB win their first-ever title. Bhuvneshwar Kumar wickets in ipl 2025 totaled 17 from 14 matches with best of 3/33.
For ipl 2026, acquired by RCB for ₹10.75 crore after intense bidding war. The ipl team 2026 relies on his experience as leader of bowling attack bringing stability.
His ipl price reflects proven record of 198 wkts across 190 matches at average of 27.33 and economy of 7.69 making him all-time leading wicket-taker for Sunrisers.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Stats
Domestic & International
Batting & Fielding
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 21 | 29 | 4 | 552 | 63* | 22.08 | 1225 | 45.06 | 0 | 3 | 77 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| ODIs | 121 | 55 | 16 | 552 | 53* | 14.15 | 747 | 73.89 | 0 | 1 | 46 | 8 | 29 | 0 |
| T20Is | 87 | 21 | 13 | 67 | 16 | 8.37 | 94 | 71.27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| FC | 72 | 104 | 11 | 2445 | 128 | 26.29 | 5718 | 42.75 | 1 | 14 | 315 | 8 | 18 | 0 |
| List A | 173 | 94 | 34 | 1223 | 72 | 20.38 | – | – | 0 | 3 | – | – | 42 | 0 |
| T20s | 316 | 111 | 58 | 529 | 27 | 9.98 | 564 | 93.79 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 9 | 66 | 0 |
Bowling
| Format | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 21 | 37 | 3348 | 1644 | 63 | 6/82 | 8/96 | 26.09 | 2.94 | 53.1 |
| ODIs | 121 | 120 | 5847 | 4951 | 141 | 5/42 | 5/42 | 35.11 | 5.08 | 41.4 |
| T20Is | 87 | 86 | 1791 | 2079 | 90 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 23.10 | 6.96 | 19.9 |
| FC | 72 | 126 | 12766 | 5961 | 231 | 8/41 | 9/103 | 25.80 | 2.80 | 55.2 |
| List A | 173 | 170 | 8369 | 6769 | 219 | 5/42 | 5/42 | 30.90 | 4.85 | 38.2 |
| T20s | 316 | 315 | 6825 | 8365 | 335 | 5/4 | 5/4 | 24.97 | 7.35 | 20.3 |
IPL Stats
Batting & Fielding
| Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 190 | 74 | 38 | 320 | 27 | 8.42 | 351 | 91.16 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 3 | 38 | 0 |
Bowling
| Mat | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 190 | 4222 | 5412 | 198 | 5/19 | 27.33 | 7.69 | 21.3 |
His career stats showcase exceptional swing bowling. Career Statics demonstrate abilities as accurate bowler who masters both powerplay and death overs consistently.
Records and Achievements
Bhuvneshwar Kumar multiple achievement include:
- Two-time IPL Purple Cap winner (2016, 2017)
- ICC Champions Trophy winner (2013)
- Asia Cup winner (2018)
- First Indian to dismiss Sachin Tendulkar for duck in first-class cricket
- Most economical T20I figures: 3-0-3-2 against West Indies (2014)
- Best T20I bowling: 5/4 against South Africa (2022)
- CEAT International Cricketer of Year (2015)
- No hattrick yet but multiple four and five-wicket hauls
- He has taken 90 T20 wickets, 142 ODI wickets, and 63 Test wickets in his international career.
- Jersey number 15 for India team
These records demonstrate his journey from swing specialist to complete limited-overs bowler.
Playing Style
Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) with lean athletic build. As bowler, delivers right-arm medium with Bowling Speed ranging 125-135 kmph relying on swing over pace.
Master of inswing and outswing deliveries making him deadly with new ball. Developed slower balls and yorkers becoming go-to bowler at death overs.
Can bat handy at lower order scoring crucial runs when needed including memorable 128 in first-class match batting at No.8.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Net Worth
Net worth is estimated at ₹75 crore (2026). Income sources include:
- Indian Premier League salary: ₹10.75 crore from RCB (2026)
- Previous IPL contracts totaling significant earnings
- BCCI central contract Grade C (₹1 crore annually when selected)
- Match fees: ₹15 lakh per Test, ₹6 lakh per ODI, ₹3 lakh per T20I
- Brand endorsements: ASICS, PlayerzPot, Nutrafy (₹2-5 crore/year)
The net worth reflects decade-long successful international career as premium swing bowler across formats.
Family, Personal Life & Relationship
Parent’s Kiran Pal Singh from Uttar Pradesh worked as sub-inspector in UP Police. He passed away in May 2021 after battling liver cancer but remained pillar of strength supporting cricket dreams.
Mother Indresh Singh from village near Bulandshahr kept personal life private while being constant supporter throughout journey.
Sister Rekha Adhana instrumental in career taking him to coaching centre first time at 13. She guided him toward cricket providing right resources.
Married childhood friend Nupur Nagar in November 2017 who is engineer from Meerut. Couple welcomed daughter Akshay in November 2021 maintaining low-profile life.
Follows Hinduism religion which state or country is Uttar Pradesh, India with mother tongue being Hindi. Coaches Vipin Vats and Sanjay Rastogi mentored early development.
Hobbies include playing games on PS3 or iPad and reading books. Favorite cricketers are AB de Villiers and Wasim Akram whom he patterns bowling after.
Team India Prospects
Regular fixture in Indian limited-overs team from 2012-2022. Dates Joined progression: Uttar Pradesh (2007), India ODI (2012), India T20I (2012), India Test (2013), PWI (2011), SRH (2014), RCB (2025).
Last played for India in November 2022 but remains active in domestic cricket and IPL.
Social Media Profile
| Platform | Handle |
|---|---|
| imbhuvi | |
| X (Twitter) | BhuviOfficial |
| KumarBhuvneshwar |
FAQs
Q1. What is Bhuvneshwar Kumar date of birth?
Answer: He was Born on February 5, 1990, at Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Q2. What is Bhuvneshwar Kumar ipl team for 2026 & IPL Price?
Answer: His IPL Team is Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the IPL Price 2026 is ₹10.75 crore.
Q3. What is Bhuvneshwar’s highest wickets in cricket?
Answer: Highest wickets are 231 in First Class, 219 in List A, 198 in IPL, and 141 in ODIs, showcasing consistency across formats.
Q4. How many five-wicket hauls has Bhuvneshwar taken?
Answer: Took 4 five-wicket hauls in Tests, 1 in ODIs, and 2 in T20Is, totaling 7 five-wicket hauls across international formats at 35 years.
