Virat Kohli praised Bhuvneshwar Kumar's outstanding performance in the IPL 2026 season, emphasizing that his success is rooted in consistency and technical skill rather than flashy deliveries. Bhuvneshwar, at 36 years old, leads the league with 22 wickets and has recorded six three-wicket hauls in just 11 matches. Kohli noted that Bhuvneshwar's ability to repeatedly hit a challenging length has made him a formidable bowler, stating, "What is Bhuvi doing? He is not bowling banana inswingers, banana outswingers. He is bowling at a length that tells the guys that I am good enough to hit the length every time." Kohli highlighted the significance of technical mastery in overcoming difficult phases in a player's career, asserting that those with a solid technical foundation can adapt and succeed. Bhuvneshwar's exceptional form has been pivotal in helping Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secure the top position in the IPL 2026 points table, with 16 points from 12 matches, as they approach the playoffs.