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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns to India Squad for New Zealand Series After 1414 Days
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News18•06-10-2026, 20:56
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns to India Squad for New Zealand Series After 1414 Days
- •Experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes a sensational comeback to the Indian T20 team after 1414 days.
- •Bhuvneshwar last played for India in November 2022 against New Zealand and was sidelined since then.
- •The selection comes after his impressive domestic performances, including 14 wickets in the UP T20 League and 28 wickets in IPL 2026 for RCB.
- •Injured spinner Varun Chakaravarthy also returns to the squad led by Shreyas Iyer, while Naman Dhir replaces Washington Sundar.
Key Questions Answered
Bhuvneshwar Kumar was out of the Indian team for 1414 days, having last played a T20 match for Team India in November 2022 against New Zealand before his recent comeback.
Bhuvneshwar earned his recall through strong performances in domestic cricket, taking 14 wickets in 11 matches in the UP T20 League for the Lucknow Falcons and 28 wickets in 16 matches for RCB in IPL 2026.
Shreyas Iyer leads the Indian team for the five-match T20 series against New Zealand.
