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Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes stunning India T20 recall after four years
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Firstpost•07-10-2026, 11:55
Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes stunning India T20 recall after four years
- •Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik expressed great joy and optimism over Bhuvneshwar Kumar earning a recall to India's T20 international squad after a four-year absence.
- •The BCCI named the experienced seamer in the 16-member squad for the upcoming away T20 series against New Zealand following consistent performances.
- •Karthik praised the selection panel for their bold decision and advised Bhuvneshwar to enjoy his remaining time in international cricket.
- •Bhuvneshwar Kumar has an impressive record in T20Is, having claimed 90 wickets in 87 matches with an economy rate of 6.96.
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar last featured for India in a T20 international series in November 2022 before receiving his long-awaited recall.
Dinesh Karthik expressed great joy and lauded the selectors for their courage in recalling the veteran pacer, noting that he fully deserved the opportunity.
The five-match T20 international series between India and New Zealand is scheduled to begin on October 22, 2026.
