India, June 10 -- Bhuvneshwar Kumar rolled back the years with a remarkable IPL campaign, playing a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title-winning run and proving he still has plenty to offer at the highest level. Since joining RCB, the experienced seamer has rediscovered the form that once made him one of the most feared bowlers in white-ball cricket, despite remaining outside India's plans.

After picking up 17 wickets in the 2025 season and forcing his way back into the spotlight, Bhuvneshwar raised the bar even further this year. The right-arm pacer claimed 28 wickets, finished second in the Purple Cap standings and delivered several match-winning spells. His ability to swing the new ball and control the death overs reminded ...