Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieves three-wicket haul against Rajasthan Royals, sets new records

In a thrilling match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 50 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar stole the show with a stellar performance. Bhuvneshwar claimed a solid three-wicket haul against Rajasthan Royals, helping his team secure a crucial victory.

SRH posted a challenging total of 201/3 in their 20 overs, thanks to impressive performances from Travis Head, Nitish Reddy, and Heinrich Klaasen. However, it was Bhuvneshwar who set the tone for SRH with the ball.

In the first over of the match, Bhuvneshwar dismissed Jos Buttler for a first-ball duck and then got rid of Sanju Samson for a three-ball duck. His early breakthroughs put RR on the back foot right from the start.

Bhuvneshwar continued to impress with his bowling, conceding crucial runs in the middle overs but coming back strongly in the final over. He finished with figures of 3/41 from his four overs, showcasing his experience and skill.

With this performance, Bhuvneshwar also achieved several milestones, including dismissing Buttler for the 7th time in T20s and equaling Trent Boult’s record of 27 wickets in the first over of an IPL innings. His overall tally of 178 IPL wickets and 296 T20 scalps further solidifies his reputation as a top-quality bowler.

In the end, SRH managed to pip RR by just one run, with Bhuvneshwar’s heroics playing a crucial role in the team’s victory. The match was a testament to Bhuvneshwar’s skill and determination on the field, earning him well-deserved praise from fans and experts alike.