Ashwin calls for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to India ahead of 2027 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
R Ashwin has advocated for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's inclusion in the Indian cricket team as they prepare for the 2027 World Cup. Ashwin believes that Bhuvneshwar's experience and recent performances in the IPL make him a valuable asset. He highlighted Bhuvneshwar's key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's success, where he secured 45 wickets over the last two seasons. Ashwin emphasized the need for a balance of youth and experience in the pace attack, suggesting that the selectors consider Bhuvneshwar in their plans with just a year until the tournament.
- •Ashwin supports Bhuvneshwar Kumar for national selection.
- •Bhuvneshwar took 45 wickets in two IPL seasons.
- •India's pace attack lacks experience ahead of the World Cup.
- •Ashwin stresses settling the squad with a year to go.
- 11:56 AMYahoo Sports — 'Why not?': Ashwin makes strong case for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's India comeback ahead of 2027 World Cup
"R Ashwin supports Bhuvneshwar Kumar's potential return to the Indian cricket team. He believes the current pace attack needs more experienced bowlers for major tournaments. Ashwin highlighted Bhuvneshwar's consistent IPL performances and fitness over recent seasons. He suggested a blend of youth and experience would benefit the squad. The selectors should consider Bhuvneshwar as India prepares for the 2027 World Cup.
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