Bhuvneshwar Kumar discusses India recall amidst Ashwin's World Cup support
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 12:23 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, after successful IPL seasons with RCB, has addressed his potential return to the India team. Following Ravichandran Ashwin's endorsement for the 2027 ODI World Cup, Bhuvneshwar expressed that he has made peace with his situation since last playing for India in 2022. He emphasized playing for love, not ambition, and credited his family for helping him navigate the transition away from the national team. He remains optimistic but realistic about his cricketing goals as he prepares for future tournaments.
- •Bhuvneshwar last played for India in 2022.
- •Ravichandran Ashwin supports his World Cup candidacy.
- •He was the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2026.
- •Bhuvneshwar values enjoyment in the game over ambition.
- •He attributes his peace of mind to family support.
- 12:23 PMYahoo Sports — Bhuvneshwar Kumar breaks silence on India comeback after R Ashwin backs him for 2027 ODI World Cup
"After a stellar IPL season in 2025 and 2026 with RCB, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has broken the silence on his Team India comeback after support from R Ashwin.
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