IPL 2025: Bhuvneshwar Kumar ruled out of the CSK vs RCB game? Massive fitness update arrives
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar is doubtful for the next game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The game between the two rivals is all set to take place at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai on March 28.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar due to the slight niggle missed the RCB's opneing game against Kolkata Knight Riders. It was expected that he would get fit by the time the second game of the franchise will be played but the things look very bleak.
But, as per the reports in RevSportz, it is learned that Bhuvneshwar Kumar is yet to attain 100% fitness. The premier pacer faced some initial fitness issues and it is learned that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru might not rush him, considering the long tournament ahead.
The reports claimed that in the absence of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rasikh Salam Dar is all set to get another game. The pacer didn't have the kind of outing he would've wanted in the last game. But he would be keen to make an impact in the next match.
Final call related to the availability of Bhuvneshwar Kumar will be made after the two practice sessions - Reports
The reports also claimed that the final call related to the availability of Bhuvneshwar Kumar will be made after the two practice sessions. However, till then there isn't any clarity. The journalist of RevSportz was quoted as saying:
“There were some initial injury issues as far as Bhuvneshwar Kumar is concerned. So, all the best wishes to him for a speedy recovery. Maybe there's a chance for Rasikh Dar Salaam to play one more game, or maybe now Bhuvaneshwar Kumar will be back. We'll see the final call after the two practice sessions.”
Royal Challengers Bengaluru managed to win the first game of the IPL against Kolkata Knight Riders. The absence of Bhuvneshwar Kumar might well cost them. They would be keen to win the second game as well. It is expected to be a blockbuster clash with both of them having a great rivalry.
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