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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Makes Stunning Team India Return as Captain

Finally, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is making his much-awaited return to Team India — and that too as captain. But there is a catch. This is not a comeback to India’s main international team. The veteran pacer will return in Indian colours…

By Siddhant Tripathi · Cric Informer

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 8:47 AM

Key Things to Know

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been named captain of India's squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026.
The Hong Kong Sixes tournament is scheduled to run from October 30 to November 1.
The seven-member squad includes Krunal Pandya, T. Natarajan, Shashank Singh, Rahul Tewatia, Nitish Rana, and Rahul Tripathi.

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Bhuvneshwar Kumar is returning to represent India as captain of the seven-member squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 tournament. The veteran pace bowler, who last played for India's senior international team in 2022, will lead the side in the event taking place from October 30 to November 1.

The India squad also features experienced all-rounder Krunal Pandya alongside T. Natarajan, Shashank Singh, Rahul Tewatia, Nitish Rana, and Rahul Tripathi. India has been placed in Group C alongside the United Arab Emirates and defending champions Pakistan.

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