Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Indian cricketer (born 1990)

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Ashwin says Bhuvneshwar Kumar has played his last for India

Ashwin said he fears Bhuvneshwar Kumar has played his last for India.

Why it matters — Fans of Bhuvneshwar Kumar would note that his international career may be ending.

1 outlet

Reported by India Today.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Irfan Pathan says selecting Bhuvneshwar Kumar for the T20I series was a mistake

Irfan Pathan raised concerns about Bhuvneshwar Kumar's selection in the recent T20I series against New Zealand, saying Kumar struggled to perform effectively.

Why it matters — Followers of Bhuvneshwar Kumar would note the criticism of his recent T20I selection and performance, which could…

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Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Ajinkya Rahane urges patience with Bhuvneshwar Kumar ahead of T20I series

Ajinkya Rahane said there is no reason to write Bhuvneshwar Kumar off and urged patience with him as he looks to bounce back in the T20I series.

Why it matters — Supporters will want to know a senior teammate publicly backs his form and role in upcoming matches.

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Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Bhuvneshwar Kumar returns to cricket after four-year national team absence and praises Abhishek Sharma's batting

Bhuvneshwar Kumar said his four‑year absence from the national team did not feel difficult and that he never chased the comeback, allowing him to focus on his…

Why it matters — Fans will want to know he is back in the national setup and planning his next steps.

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Bhuvneshwar Kumar says he’s proud of India’s comeback but never chased it after a subdued T20I series vs New Zealand

Bhuvneshwar Kumar said he is proud of India's comeback but never chased it.

Why it matters — Fans get his personal view on India's recent success and insight into his own form and selection.

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Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Bhuvneshwar Kumar says on his comeback to avoid chasing anything and to block expectations

Bhuvneshwar Kumar said that on his comeback he should not chase anything and should block expectations.

Why it matters — Fans learn about his mindset as he returns to cricket.

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Reported by India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetPerformanceImportant

Bhuvneshwar Kumar concedes 99 runs in two T20Is and receives a message from Morne Morkel

The Times of India reported that Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback has not gone as planned, as he conceded 49 runs in the first T20I against New Zealand and 50 in…

Why it matters — His recent poor bowling figures and the message from a fellow bowler highlight concerns about his form.

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Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Bhuvneshwar Kumar explains logic behind his new jersey number

India Today reports that Bhuvneshwar Kumar has a new jersey number and discusses the reasoning behind the change.

Why it matters — Fans may be interested in why he changed his jersey number.

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Reported by India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Bhuvneshwar Kumar says patience, preparation and a no‑expectations mindset helped him return to international cricket after four years

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 36, said his patience, preparation and a no‑expectations mindset helped him return to international cricket after a four‑year gap.

Why it matters — Fans get his perspective on how he regained his place in the national team and his views on T20 bowling.

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Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetPerformanceImportant

Bhuvneshwar Kumar aims for early wickets as India bowls in 2nd T20I, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Prince Yadav added to the XI

The Hindustan Times reported that Bhuvneshwar Kumar is looking to take early wickets as India chose to bowl after winning the toss.

Why it matters — His early‑wicket goal could affect his performance and India’s bowling strategy in the match.

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Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

All eyes on Bhuvneshwar Kumar as India faces a stiff overseas test in the 1st T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch

The Hindustan Times notes that all eyes are on Bhuvneshwar Kumar as India confronts a stiff overseas test in the first T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch.

Why it matters — His performance will be crucial in India's challenging opening match abroad.

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Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Shreyas Iyer says Bhuvneshwar Kumar brings needed experience to India's bowling

Shreyas Iyer said Bhuvneshwar Kumar brings the experience that India's bowling was lacking.

Why it matters — Fans of Iyer or Kumar may care because it shows Iyer’s view on Kumar’s role in strengthening India’s bowling attack.

1 outlet

Reported by India Today.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Bhuvneshwar Kumar returns after four years with a numbers‑backed case, leading IPL Powerplay wickets among Indian fast bowlers

After a four‑year absence, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is said to have a numbers‑backed case, having taken more Powerplay wickets than any other Indian fast bowler in…

Why it matters — Fans would note his strong comeback stats, showing he could be a key new‑ball threat in upcoming matches.

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Bhuvneshwar Kumar helps India return in decider, prompting Chinnaswamy to erupt

India Today reported that Bhuvneshwar Kumar made India return in the decider and that Chinnaswamy erupted.

Why it matters — It highlights Kumar's decisive contribution in a key match for India.

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Reported by India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetAppearance

Returning Bhuvneshwar Kumar gets a game as India bat first in a 9‑over shootout in the IND vs WI 5th T20I in Bengaluru

Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned to the Indian side and was given a game as India chose to bat first in a 9‑over shootout during the fifth T20I against West Indies…

Why it matters — His return and inclusion in the match signals his re‑entry into India's T20 lineup.

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Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Hindustan Times reports Bhuvneshwar Kumar may return for India's must‑win 5th T20I vs West Indies in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times said Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback is on the cards for the series‑deciding 5th T20I between India and West Indies in Bengaluru, a must‑win match…

Why it matters — A follower would care because it signals a possible return to the Indian lineup in a crucial match.

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetBusiness

Krunal Pandya named captain of India for Hong Kong Sixes as Bhuvneshwar Kumar receives New Zealand tour call‑up

Krunal Pandya will captain the Indian side at the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 tournament, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been summoned for the New Zealand tour.

Why it matters — Fans will see Pandya leading India in the Sixes and Kumar returning to the national team, highlighting both players'…

2 outlets

Reported by Times of India, India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetBusiness

Bhuvneshwar Kumar added to India's squad for the fifth T20I against the West Indies

Hindustan Times reported that Bhuvneshwar Kumar was added to India's squad for the fifth T20I against the West Indies after Arshdeep Singh picked up a shoulder…

Why it matters — Fans will note his inclusion in the upcoming match, indicating his role in India's T20 plans.

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Reported by Hindustan Times, India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetBusiness

Bhuvneshwar Kumar added to India squad after Arshdeep Singh suffers shoulder injury

India added veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to their lineup for the upcoming T20I match after Arshdeep Singh suffered a shoulder injury in the series' fourth…

Why it matters — Fans will want to know how Arshdeep's injury affects his participation and that Bhuvneshwar Kumar is now in the squad…

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Ashwin says Bhuvneshwar Kumar focused on skill, not reward, as he is selected for India's T20I series vs New Zealand

Ravichandran Ashwin said Bhuvneshwar Kumar concentrated on honing his skills rather than chasing a national team comeback.

Why it matters — Fans of Bhuvneshwar Kumar get insight into his focus on skill development and his form that earned him a spot in…

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Reported by Times of India.
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