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Ravichandran Ashwin Predicts Bhuvneshwar Kumar's ODI World Cup Return On One Condition
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Moneycontrol•08-10-2026, 18:35
Ravichandran Ashwin Predicts Bhuvneshwar Kumar's ODI World Cup Return On One Condition
- •Ravichandran Ashwin believes a strong performance in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand could pave the way for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian ODI team.
- •Bhuvneshwar Kumar recently returned to the Indian setup after a four-year hiatus, earning a spot in the squad for the five-match T20I series in New Zealand.
- •Ashwin highlighted Bhuvneshwar's exceptional ability to swing the ball and maintain decent pace as crucial assets for major tournaments in conditions like South Africa and Australia.
- •The former spinner expressed optimism that if the 36-year-old pacer stays fit and performs well, he could form a formidable pace duo with Jasprit Bumrah at the next World Cup.
- •Bhuvneshwar has represented India in 121 ODIs, picking up 141 wickets since his debut.
Key Questions Answered
Ravichandran Ashwin stated that if Bhuvneshwar Kumar performs well in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand and maintains his fitness and swing, he could make it to the Indian ODI team for the World Cup in Africa.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's last ODI appearance prior to his return to the national setup was against South Africa at Paarl in 2022.
The Uttar Pradesh pacer has played 121 ODI matches in his career so far, grabbing a total of 141 wickets.
