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New Zealand Tour: Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes a stunning comeback to the Indian team!
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News18•07-10-2026, 07:08
New Zealand Tour: Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes a stunning comeback to the Indian team!
- •The BCCI has announced a 16-member Indian squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand featuring T20, ODI, and Test series.
- •Veteran fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been recalled to the Indian squad after a gap of 4 years.
- •His impressive performance in the IPL, taking 45 wickets for Bengaluru over the last two seasons, paved the way for his return.
- •Cricket analysts believe this opportunity has been given keeping the 2027 ODI World Cup in mind.
Key Questions Answered
Bhuvneshwar Kumar was included in the squad after a period of four years, having last played for the Indian team in November 2022.
He picked up 45 wickets for Bengaluru across the last two seasons in the IPL, playing a major role in helping the team win consecutive titles.
His opportunity in the T20 squad has been given keeping the 2027 ODI World Cup tournament in mind.
