NEW DELHI: On a warm farewell, Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar announced his departure Sunrisers Hyderabad after spending over a decade in the franchise.
The 34-year-old went to X to express his gratitude to the SRH management, teammates and fans for their unwavering support throughout his journey.
“After 11 incredible years at SRH, I say goodbye to this team. I have so many unforgettable and precious memories. One thing not to miss is the love from the fans, which has been amazing! Your support has been constant. I will carry this love forward and support me forever,” Bhuvneshwar posted, accompanied by a compilation video showcasing his memorable moments with the team.
Bhuvneshwar, who joined SRH in 2014, leaves the franchise as the franchise's all-time leading wicket-taker. In total, the pacer has taken 181 wickets in 176 IPL Play, making him the fourth-best wicket-taker in league history.
Known for his ability to swing the ball and deliver in pressure situations, he was instrumental in SRH's title-winning campaign in 2016 and won two consecutive Purple Caps in 2016 and 2017, becoming the first bowler in IPL history to accomplish the feat.
During the IPL 2025 AuctionBhuvneshwar proved to be one of the top picks among the capped bowlers and secured a deal worth Rs 10.75 crore Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This move marks his return to RCB where he started his IPL journey in 2009.
Bhuvneshwar's departure from SRH marks the end of an era for the Hyderabad-based franchise that saw him emerge as one of the IPL's most consistent players.
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