Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar highlighted the potential impact of Bhuvneshwar Kumar for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL 2026 Qualifier against Gujarat Titans. Bangar emphasized Bhuvneshwar’s ability to swing the ball both ways, posing a significant threat to GT’s top order, including Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, and Shubman Gill.
Bangar expressed confidence in Bhuvneshwar’s ability to challenge GT’s top three batsmen with his swing variations. He specifically noted Buttler’s susceptibility to LBW dismissals and how Bhuvneshwar could capitalize on this weakness, citing a recent instance where Bhuvneshwar bowled him around the wicket.
Praising Bhuvneshwar’s strategic bowling performances in the IPL 2026 season, Bangar commended the seamer’s meticulous planning behind each wicket-taking delivery. With favorable conditions in Dharamshala expected to aid seam bowlers, Bangar anticipated Bhuvneshwar playing a pivotal role in the crucial encounter.
Bangar expressed optimism for another stellar performance from Bhuvneshwar, who leads the Purple Cap race as the tournament’s top wicket-taker with 24 scalps in 14 matches. Bhuvneshwar’s exceptional form for RCB has solidified his position as a key asset in their bowling lineup, showcasing his skill with an impressive average of 16.38 and an economy rate of 7.70.
