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India Bowling Coach Morne Morkel Calls for Patience with Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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What Happened?
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has requested more time for Bhuvneshwar Kumar to regain form after his struggles since returning to the team. Kumar has been wicketless in two T20Is against New Zealand.
Key points
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned to the Indian T20I squad after four years.
- He has struggled with performance, going wicketless in his first two matches.
- Kumar conceded 49 runs in four overs in the first T20I and 50 runs in the second.
- Morne Morkel expressed sympathy for Kumar's situation and emphasized the need for patience.
- Ishan Kishan will miss the third T20I due to injury.
Key insights
- Kumar's return after a long absence raises expectations, which may affect his performance.
- Morkel's support indicates a focus on player development and mental health.
- Kumar's IPL success shows his potential, but international cricket presents different challenges.
Why it matters
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's performance is crucial for India's bowling strength in the T20 format.
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