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Kris Srikkanth Doubts Bhuvneshwar Kumar's T20I Future After New Zealand Series
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What Happened?
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth expressed disappointment over Bhuvneshwar Kumar's performance in the New Zealand T20Is, suggesting he may not be selected for the Sri Lanka series.
Key points
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar played four T20Is against New Zealand but took only one wicket.
- He conceded 180 runs in 16 overs, with an economy rate of 11.25.
- Srikkanth doubts Kumar will be selected for the upcoming Sri Lanka series.
- India won the T20I series against New Zealand 3-2.
- Kumar has expressed a desire to return to domestic cricket for match fitness.
Key insights
- Srikkanth's comments highlight the pressure on veteran players to perform consistently.
- The selection committee's approach may affect the careers of experienced players like Kumar.
- Inconsistent selection policies could hinder the development of younger players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Why it matters
The selection of Bhuvneshwar Kumar could significantly impact India's bowling strategy in upcoming matches.
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Source
India Today
