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Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

Ravi Shastri called Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s selection an obvious choice because of his experience and quality.
Bhuvneshwar has been recalled to India’s 16-member T20I squad for the five-match New Zealand series.
The series begins on October 22, 2026, in Christchurch.
Bhuvneshwar last represented India in T20Is in November 2022, against New Zealand.
He took 45 wickets across the last two IPL seasons for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, according to Wisden.

Shreyas Iyer Says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Wait as India Back Established Openers

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not play in any of the five T20Is against West Indies, despite being in India's squad.
Captain Shreyas Iyer said Sooryavanshi must be patient and trust his preparation while waiting for an opportunity.
India retained the opening pair of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma throughout the series.
The five-match T20I series ended 2-2 after rain abandoned the final match in Bengaluru on October 17, 2026.
Iyer praised Sooryavanshi's potential but said established openers had been consistent.

Did you know? Facts about Shreyas Iyer

Bhuvneshwar’s last T20I appearance before his recall was also against New Zealand. Read the story →
India’s 16-player T20I squad is led by Shreyas Iyer, with Tilak Varma as vice-captain. Read the story →
The ICC noted that Bhuvneshwar’s ability to swing the ball could be valuable in New Zealand conditions. Read the story →
Bhuvneshwar’s recall follows nearly four years outside India’s T20I setup. Read the story →
The final T20I was reduced to nine overs per side before rain stopped play during India's innings. Read the story →
The India-West Indies series was level 2-2 when the fifth match was abandoned in Bengaluru. Read the story →
Sooryavanshi had already been part of India's T20I squad before this series, but did not feature in any match against West Indies. Read the story →

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🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu

Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

Ravi Shastri says Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s experience makes his India T20I recall an obvious choice ahead of the five-match New Zealand series beginning October 22. The 36-year-old pacer returns to the national setup after nearly four years away.

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India

Shreyas Iyer Says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Wait as India Back Established Openers

India captain Shreyas Iyer said teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his next opportunity after not playing in any of the five T20Is against West Indies. Iyer pointed to the consistency of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma as the reason India retained their opening pair throughou

🟢 Confirmed · BCCI

Bumrah Returns as Pant and Prasidh Krishna Make India’s New Zealand Test Squad

India have named Jasprit Bumrah in their Test squad for the two-match New Zealand series, while Rishabh Pant and Prasidh Krishna are included subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul as vice-captain.

🟡 Report · The Indian Express

Mohammad Kaif Says Strong Bowling Is the Common Thread in India’s World Cup Wins

Mohammad Kaif has stressed that strong bowling attacks were central to India’s World Cup triumphs in 1983, 2011 and 2024. He urged the current team to build a more reliable bowling unit amid recent struggles against the West Indies.

‘India Cannot Win World Cup With This Combination’: Mohammed Kaif Criticises T20 Bowling Attack

Former India batter Mohammed Kaif has questioned India’s T20 bowling combination after the 24-run defeat to West Indies in Hyderabad, warning that the current setup may not be strong enough for the team’s 2028 T20 World Cup title defence.

Shreyas Iyer Criticises India’s Bowling After West Indies Level T20I Series 2–2

India captain Shreyas Iyer blamed poor bowling execution after West Indies defeated India by 24 runs in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad. Shai Hope scored an unbeaten century, while Keemo Paul’s five-wicket haul helped the visitors level the series 2–2 ahead of the decider in Bengaluru.

India Eye T20I Series Win Against West Indies as Hyderabad Braces for Another High-Scoring Clash

India take a 2–1 lead into the fourth T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad, with a series victory within reach. After three high-scoring contests, India will rely on their explosive top order and bowling attack to overcome a dangerous West Indies batting line-up.

Prince Yadav Reveals Abhishek Sharma’s Bat Helped His Late Cameo Against West Indies

Prince Yadav scored an unbeaten 13 off six balls using Abhishek Sharma’s bat in India’s 14-run T20I victory over the West Indies in Indore. His three boundaries helped India reach 223 and secure a 2–1 series lead.

India vs West Indies, 2nd T20I Preview: Hosts Look to Extend Series Lead in Ranchi

India head to Ranchi with a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series after a commanding eight-wicket win in Lucknow. West Indies must respond quickly as both sides meet in the second T20I on October 9.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Returns to India T20 Squad After Four-Year Absence

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has earned a surprise India T20I recall after nearly four years, with the 36-year-old named in the squad for the upcoming five-match series against New Zealand.

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