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'He's probably been among to-3 pacers in IPL history': Kohli praises Bhuvneshwar ahead of 200th IPL

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Virat Kohli Hails Bhuvneshwar Kumar Ahead of Veteran Pacer’s 200th IPL Match

By IANS News May 07, 2026 • 11:45 AM View: 538

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) veteran Virat Kohli has heaped praise on Bhuvneshwar Kumar, game awareness and longevity in the shortest format ahead of the pacer's 200th Indian Premier League (IPL) match.

Bhuvneshwar has taken 215 wickets in 199 IPL matches at an average of 26.40 and an economy rate of 7.68, including two five-wicket hauls and two four-wicket hauls, with his best bowling figures standing at 5/19. He will play his 200th IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

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