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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Struggles on India Comeback, Ashwin Points Out Major Concerns
Sentiment: NeutralHigh Priority
What Happened?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to India's T20I team has been challenging, with Ashwin criticizing his performance in the third T20I against New Zealand. Kumar has conceded 139 runs in 12 overs across three matches.
Key points
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar has returned to the national team after nearly four years.
- He has taken only one wicket in the series with an economy rate of 11.58.
- In the third T20I, he conceded 40 runs without taking a wicket.
- Ashwin noted a drop in Kumar's pace and swing during the match.
- India leads the five-match series 3-0.
Key insights
- Kumar's struggles may lead to discussions about his future in the team.
- Ashwin's comments highlight the pressure on senior players to perform.
- The team's strong lead may allow for experimentation with other bowlers.
Why it matters
Kumar's performance could impact India's bowling strategy in the ongoing series.
Entities
Bhuvneshwar Kumar· PersonRavichandran Ashwin· PersonIndia· CountryNew Zealand· Country
Source
Times of India
