Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, born on February 5, 1990, in Meerut, India, is a cricketing sensation known for his exemplary swing bowling. Rising through the ranks, Bhuvneshwar made his mark with his ability to swing the ball both ways, becoming a linchpin in India's bowling attack. With a career marked by consistent performances in all formats of the game, he has been a key contributor in crucial matches. Off the field, Bhuvneshwar's humble demeanor and sportsmanship have endeared him to fans. As a vital component of the Indian cricket team, his skills and spirit continue to leave an indelible impact on the sport.

Here are some of his career achievements:-

• The second Indian bowler to take wicket with the first ball in ODI
• Scored highest runs (38) and faced maximum balls (97) in his debut test match while batting at number 10
• Along with M.S. Dhoni holds the record for highest run partnership for 9th Wicket by India in Test cricket (Against Australia in 2013)
• Only Bhuvneshwar Kumar has dismissed Sachin Tendulkar for 'duck' in First class cricket (during Ranji Trophy final 2008-09)
• Kumar is the first batsman to score three consecutive half centuries batting at number 9