Bhuvneshwar Kumar is a specialist bowler from India playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. IPL 2026 fantasy price: 9 Cr on CricketDream.
🏏PLAYER DETAILS
🌍INTERNATIONAL CAREER
In T20Is, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 67 runs across 86 matches at an average of 8.38 (SR 71.28). His best score is 16. He has taken 85 T20I wickets at an average of 24.41 and economy of 7.05, with best figures of 5/24. In ODIs, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 552 runs across 120 matches at an average of 14.15 (SR 73.90). His best score is 53*. He has taken 141 ODI wickets at an average of 34.94 and economy of 5.10, with best figures of 5/42. In Tests, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 552 runs across 21 matches at an average of 22.08 (SR 45.06). His best score is 63*. He has taken 63 Test wickets at an average of 26.10 and economy of 2.95, with best figures of 6/82.
| Format | Mat | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Wkts | Bowl Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 86 | 67 | 8.38 | 71.28 | 0 | 0 | 85 | 24.41 | 7.05 |
| ODI | 120 | 552 | 14.15 | 73.90 | 0 | 1 | 141 | 34.94 | 5.10 |
| Test | 21 | 552 | 22.08 | 45.06 | 0 | 3 | 63 | 26.10 | 2.95 |
| M | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 19 | 11 | 67 | 16 | 8.38 | 71.28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Inn | Wkts | Runs | Avg | Eco | SR | BBI | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 85 | 2075 | 24.41 | 7.05 | 20.8 | 5/24 | 1 |
📋PLAYER OVERVIEW
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is a specialist bowler representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. He carries a fantasy credit value of 9 Cr on CricketDream.
Across 16 matches this IPL season, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 973 fantasy points — 61 a game, at 108.1 points per credit. The median specialist bowler in the pool returns 42 a game, so he is running 45% above his position across 294 comparable players.
📊RECENT FORM (LAST 5 MATCHES)
| vs | Overs | Wkts | Catches | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match #199 | 4.0 | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Match #192 | 4.0 | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Match #148 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | -2 |
| Match #85 | 4.0 | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Match #129 | 4.0 | 1 | 0 | 39 |
Over his last 5 games he is averaging 40 fantasy points, against 61 for the season. Most recently: 54. Best of the run was 54.
🎯FANTASY VERDICT
✅ 61 a game at 9 Cr — 108.1 points per credit. The median specialist bowler returns 42 a game. He is earning the price tag.
CREDIT VALUE
❓FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are Bhuvneshwar Kumar's IPL 2026 fantasy stats?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 973 fantasy points across 16 matches in IPL 2026, averaging 61 pts per game. At 9 Cr he delivers 108.1 points per credit — excellent value this season.
Is Bhuvneshwar Kumar a good fantasy pick in IPL 2026?▾
Yes — Bhuvneshwar Kumar is one of the premium picks at 9 Cr with an elite 61-point average. He is a safe starter in most fantasy formats.
Which IPL team does Bhuvneshwar Kumar play for in 2026?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as a bowler in IPL 2026.
What is Bhuvneshwar Kumar's fantasy credit value on CricketDream?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is priced at 9 credits on CricketDream for IPL 2026. He has returned 108.1 fantasy points per credit this season across 16 matches.
Should I pick Bhuvneshwar Kumar as captain or vice-captain?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is a strong C/VC option — he averages 61 pts per game with match-winning potential. Captaining him gives you 2× points.
What is Bhuvneshwar Kumar's role in IPL 2026 fantasy cricket?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is a bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. As a specialist bowler his value rises sharply on pitches offering pace or spin movement.
How has Bhuvneshwar Kumar performed in recent IPL 2026 matches?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has played 16 matches in IPL 2026 with a total of 973 fantasy points. His form has been excellent, averaging 61 pts per game. Data is updated after every completed match.
How many points per credit does Bhuvneshwar Kumar deliver in IPL 2026?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar returns 108.1 fantasy points per credit at his price of 9 Cr. This is outstanding value and makes him one of the best options in his price range.
What are Bhuvneshwar Kumar's international cricket career stats?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has international career data across T20I, ODI, Test. His best batting format is ODI, where he has scored 552 runs in 120 matches with a batting average of 14.15.
How many T20I runs has Bhuvneshwar Kumar scored in international cricket?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 67 runs in 86 T20I matches (19 innings), averaging 8.38 at a strike rate of 71.28. His highest score is 16.
How many T20I wickets does Bhuvneshwar Kumar have?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken 85 wickets in T20I cricket across 85 bowling innings with a bowling average of 24.41 and an economy rate of 7.05. His best bowling figures are 5/24 with 1 five-wicket haul.
How many ODI runs has Bhuvneshwar Kumar scored in international cricket?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 552 runs in 120 ODI matches (53 innings), averaging 14.15 at a strike rate of 73.90. His highest score is 53*.
How many ODI wickets does Bhuvneshwar Kumar have?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken 141 wickets in ODI cricket across 119 bowling innings with a bowling average of 34.94 and an economy rate of 5.10. His best bowling figures are 5/42 with 1 five-wicket haul.
How many Test runs has Bhuvneshwar Kumar scored in international cricket?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has scored 552 runs in 21 Test matches (29 innings), averaging 22.08 at a strike rate of 45.06. His highest score is 63*.
How many Test wickets does Bhuvneshwar Kumar have?▾
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has taken 63 wickets in Test cricket across 37 bowling innings with a bowling average of 26.10 and an economy rate of 2.95. His best bowling figures are 6/82 with 4 five-wicket hauls.
How does Bhuvneshwar Kumar's IPL performance compare to his international career?▾
In IPL 2026, Bhuvneshwar Kumar averages 61 fantasy points per match. Internationally, his best batting average is 14.15 in ODIs — demonstrating his pedigree as a world-class cricketer across formats.
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