India, Aug. 9 -- Bhuvneshwar Kumar's chances of making it to India's 2027 ODI World Cup squad are slim, hinging on whether selectors value experience and swing in southern African conditions over age and long-term planning.

But the 36-year-old pacer is ready to don the India jersey again if given a chance. "Why would I say no if I get a call? Absolutely ready," Kumar said when asked on Sunday about possible selection for the World Cup, as he joined the training session of Lucknow Falcons ahead of the UPT20 League, starting here on August 14.

"Honestly, I cannot say exactly how ready I am. My job is to play cricket and that is why I have come here to play in the UP T20 league. I didn't come here with the intention of moving to another pl...