India, May 31 -- There is no substitute for class and experience. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) talisman, is a living embodiment of this fact. The right-arm pacer has been the standout bowler for the defending champions in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, and he would hope for one more inspired performance in the summit clash against the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Ahead of the high-profile clash, Bhuvneshwar, 36, received praise from none other than Sachin Tendulkar, who lauded his adaptability and willingness to add more and more weapons to his arsenal.

Bhuvneshwar is currently the second-highest wicket-taker in the IPL 2026 season, with 26 wickets to his name in 1...