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Bhuvneshwar Kumar secures T20I recall after impressive IPL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:50 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar secures T20I recall after impressive IPL season

Summary

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has returned to India's T20I squad for the series against New Zealand, marking his first international appearance since November 2022. The 36-year-old's recall comes after he took 28 wickets in 16 matches during the IPL 2026 season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, helping the team secure their second consecutive title. His fitness regimen played a pivotal role in his comeback; he reduced his body fat from 19% to 14% and spends up to seven hours a day training. Bhuvneshwar also captained the Lucknow Falcons in the UP T20 League, where he performed consistently.

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By the Numbers

•Bhuvneshwar Kumar is 36 years old and back in T20I setup.
•He took 28 wickets in IPL 2026 for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
•His body fat percentage dropped from 19% to 14% through extensive training.
•He also led Lucknow Falcons in the UP T20 League to the finals.
•The T20I series against New Zealand is set to begin soon.

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2:50 PMYahoo Sports — Six hours a day, 19% to 14% body fat: Inside Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s bid for longevity at 36

What they're saying

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At 36, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back in India’s T20I setup, four years after his last international appearance. His recall followed a 28-wicket IPL season for RCB and a strong UP T20 campaign, but the numbers tell only part of the story. His strength and conditioning coach reveals how Bhuvneshwar cut his body fat from 19% to 14%, spent up to seven hours a day training and rebuilt his fitness to force his way back.
— Yahoo Sports

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