Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar who was part of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for 11 years was picked by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction that happened in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 24 and 25.
Bhuvneshwar took his 'X' formerly known as Twitter to announce his departure from the Hyderabad-based franchise after spending 11 years.
"After 11 incredible years with SRH, I say goodbye to this team. I have so many unforgettable and cherishable memories. One thing unmissable is the love of the fans, which has been splendid! Your support has been constant. I will carry this love and support with me forever," Bhuvneshwar posted, accompanied by a compilation video showcasing his memorable moments with the team.
The 34-year-old joined SRH in 2014 and leaves the team as the all-time leading wicket-taker. The swing star has picked up 181 wickets in 176 IPL matches, making him the fourth-highest wicket-taker in the history of the tournament. He was one of the main reasons behind SRH's maiden IPL title in 2016 as he ended his campaign as the highest wicket-taker. RCB brought him for a whopping Rs 10.75 crore.
RCB squad
Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone (Rs. 8.75 crore), Phil Salt (Rs. 11.50 crore), Jitesh Sharma (Rs. 11 crore), Josh Hazlewood (Rs. 12.50 crore), Rasikh Dar (Rs. 6 crore), Suyash Sharma (Rs. 2.60 crore), Krunal Pandya (Rs. 5.75 crore), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Rs. 10.75 crore), Swapnil Singh (Rs. 50 lakh), Tim David (Rs. 3 crore), Romario Shepherd (Rs. 1.50 crore), Nuwan Thushara (Rs. 1.60 crore), Manoj Bhandage (Rs. 30 lakh), Jacob Bethell (Rs. 2.60 crore), Devdutt Padikkal (Rs. 2 crore), Swastik Chhikara (Rs. 30 lakh), Lungi Ngidi (Rs. 1 crore), Abhinandan Singh (Rs. 30 lakh), Mohit Rathee (Rs. 30 lakh).
