Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s first-ever hat-trick in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy seals victory for Uttar Pradesh in a must-win encounter
Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s first-ever hat-trick in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy seals victory for Uttar Pradesh (Image: X)

Indian fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieved his first-ever T20 hat-trick in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group-stage match. He clinched the must-win victory for Uttar Pradesh in the T20 tournament with his remarkable bowling performance.

During the do-or-die group stage match between Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, the UP skipper Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a stunning hat-trick as he clinched victory for his team. His spell in the 17th over changed the course of the game, as he ended the game securing 3 wickets for 6 runs in his 4 overs, thus winning by just 10 runs.

In his first three overs, Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowled 1 maiden and only conceded 6 runs in the next 2 overs of his spell. In the 17th over, he came to deliver his last over. Bhuvi dismissed Robin Minz (11), Bal Krishna (0), and Vivek Anand Tiwari (0) to clinch a hat-trick. After Akash Madhwal, Shreyas Gopal, and Felix Alemao in this season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Bhuvi became the fourth bowler to pick a hat-trick.

The seasoned pacer has showcased thrilling performances in the 2024 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, claiming 9 wickets in 7 matches. This win for Uttar Pradesh would be crucial for their future in the T20 tournament’s knockout phase.

The 34-year-old pacer has been acquired by Royal Challengers Bangalore for INR 10.75 crore at the recent IPL mega auction. He is expected to deliver impactful performances with his experience and skill, strengthening the team’s bowling attack in the upcoming season.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar was released by Sunrisers Hyderabad, a team he joined in 2014. He played a pivotal role in their PowerPlay and death bowling, winning the Purple Cap in both 2016 and 2017. He was also instrumental in SRH’s triumph in the 2016 IPL title.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s bowling spells in SMAT 2024

Captain Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been leading the Uttar Pradesh side with his excellent bowling, setting an example for his team through consistent performances and strategic leadership in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

  1. 4-0-29-1 vs Delhi
  2. 3-0-20-1 vs Himachal Pradesh
  3. 1-0-2-0 vs Manipur
  4. 4-0-28-3 vs Haryana
  5. 2-1-1-1 vs Arunachal Pradesh
  6. 3.1-0-26-0 vs Jammu & Kashmir
  7. 4-1-6-3 vs Jharkhand

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