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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is in the headlines with their historic IPL 2026 win at the Narendra Modi Stadium on May 31. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been in the headlines not only for his role in RCB’s title-winning campaign but also for the discussion on whether the experienced seamer deserves another opportunity with the India national cricket team.
Just hours after RCB successfully defended their IPL title, a senior BCCI official lauded Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s amazing revival this season. His comments have given fresh impetus to the growing debate over the veteran fast bowler’s future in international cricket.
Rajeev Shukla lauds Bhuvneshwar Kumar for amazing revival in IPL 2026
Royal Challengers Bangalore created history by defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With this win, RCB became the third team in IPL history to successfully defend their title after Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
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Although almost all the headlines have been taken by Virat Kohli, who was the leading run scorer for RCB this season with 675 runs in 16 matches, many were also impressed by the impact Bhuvneshwar made throughout the tournament with the ball.
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla was also included among them. He highlighted the brilliant season of Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The experienced fast bowler played a key role in RCB’s title-winning campaign and was one of the most reliable performers throughout the tournament.
Be it with the new ball or during difficult moments in the death overs, Bhuvneshwar has consistently performed well for the Bengaluru franchise. His ability to swing the ball early and bowl yorkers later in the innings makes him one of the toughest bowlers to face in IPL 2026.
BCCI Vice President’s big praise for Bhuvneshwar Kumar has intensified the discussion about his comeback in India.
Bhuvneshwar finished IPL 2026 with 28 wickets in 16 matches at an excellent economy rate of less than 8. After proving that he still had a lot to offer with his incredible performances this season, many felt that the swimmer deserved another chance at the international level.
Although Shukla did not reveal anything about the comeback, he praised Bhuvneshwar for his remarkable performances this season, which could be a big sign that the RCB star has made a comeback at the national level.
“Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s revival was amazing. The way he bowled was amazing,” Rajeev Shukla told reporters in Ahmedabad as quoted by ANI.
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Rajeev Shukla praises RCB and Gujarat Titans after thrilling IPL 2026 final
Rajeev Shukla praised both the finalists after the summit clash. He congratulated RCB for their remarkable achievement and also lauded Gujarat Titans for their strong IPL 2026 campaign. He said that both the teams are capable of winning the title.
The BCCI VC further said, “It was a great final match. The teams that reached the final were capable… It was a great match. It is heartening that RCB achieved consecutive wins. Along with this, I also congratulate Gujarat Titans.”
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The BCCI vice-president also talked about the rise of teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who enjoyed a dream season with Rajasthan Royals. The left-hander won several major awards after the final. The 15-year-old player scored 776 runs and became the Orange Cap winner.
And Shukla highlighted how Vaibhav’s fearless batting took the cricket world by surprise. He further said, “Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a great player. There is no doubt about the way he played. The whole country is surprised by the way he performed at this age.”
