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**RCB Bolsters Bowling Attack with Bhuvneshwar Kumar Acquisition at IPL Mega Auction**
**Jeddah:** Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) strengthened their bowling line-up significantly at the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction by securing the services of experienced Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The acquisition follows advice from former RCB player AB de Villiers, who had earlier suggested four players RCB should target. While RCB bid on other players like Yuzvendra Chahal, Kagiso Rabada, and Ravichandran Ashwin, they were unsuccessful. However, their persistent bidding secured Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Despite stiff competition from Mumbai Indians, RCB successfully acquired Bhuvneshwar Kumar for ₹10.75 crore, exceeding his base price of ₹2 crore. The team’s focus on bolstering their bowling attack is evident, following their earlier retention of left-arm pacer Yash Dayal. The addition of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, along with other recent acquisitions such as Josh Hazlewood, Rasiq Dar, and Suyash Sharma, significantly enhances RCB’s pace bowling options. Combined with all-rounders like Krunal Pandya and Liam Livingstone, RCB appears well-positioned for the upcoming season.
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