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India’s Coach Gives Shocking Explanation for Bhuvi’s Selection; World Cup 2027 Hopes Fading Away?

India coach Sitanshu Kotak gives a surprising explanation for Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s selection. Are Bhuvi’s ODI World Cup 2027 hopes fading away?

By Shwet Tripathi · Cric Informer

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 5:10 PM

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India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak stated Bhuvneshwar Kumar was recalled for immediate T20I bowling needs, not future tournaments.
Kotak highlighted the team missed senior guidance in Jasprit Bumrah's absence and valued Kumar's swing bowling on New Zealand pitches.
The coach's comments contrast with Ravichandran Ashwin's theory that Kumar was picked with the 2027 ODI World Cup in mind.

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India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall to the national T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand. Kotak explained that the selectors brought the veteran pacer back due to an immediate need for an experienced bowler to lead an inexperienced pace attack in Jasprit Bumrah's absence, particularly on swinging New Zealand pitches.

Kotak's explanation directly contrasts with speculation from analysts like Ravichandran Ashwin, who argued Kumar's return is aimed at the 2027 ODI World Cup. CricInformer notes Kumar took 28 wickets in IPL 2026, though his international future remains debated given his age.

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India’s Coach Gives Shocking Explanation for Bhuvi’s Selection; World Cup 2027 Hopes Fading Away?

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