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Kuldeep Yadav looks to regain form ahead of ODI World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:07 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Kuldeep Yadav looks to regain form ahead of ODI World Cup

Summary

Kuldeep Yadav's role as India's senior-most ODI bowler is under scrutiny as the team prepares for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He has only played one match in the current series and did not bowl to his usual standard. Team management, including assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, continues to back him, emphasizing his potential as a key wicket-taker in middle overs. The upcoming ODI in Chennai is viewed as critical for Kuldeep to regain his rhythm and contribute heavily as India gears up for the World Cup.

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Key Details

•Kuldeep has 194 ODI wickets in 121 matches.
•He needs six wickets to reach 200 ODI wickets.
•He has been outperformed by other bowlers in recent matches.
•The management believes he remains a crucial player for the World Cup.
•He has recently worked closely with spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutale.

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7:07 AMYahoo Sports — Curious case of Kuldeep Yadav: With the 2027 ODI World Cup in sight, India need their premier wicket-taker back in form

What they're saying

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Kuldeep Yadav's place may not be under immediate threat, but his form has become a talking point. As India begin building towards the 2027 ODI World Cup, the team management is backing the left-arm wrist spinner to rediscover his wicket-taking touch and lead the middle overs once again.
— Yahoo Sports

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