New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Bhuvneshwar Kumar's experience and strong IPL form over the past two seasons were among the reasons behind his recall to India's T20I squad for the New Zealand series, assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak said on Wednesday.
The 36-year-old pacer last played for India during the T20I series against New Zealand in November 2022. He earned his return after impressive campaigns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, helping them win back-to-back IPL titles in 2025 and 2026. Bhuvneshwar took 45 wickets across the two seasons, including 17 in 2025 and 28 in 2026.
India will face New Zealand in a five-match T20I series after the ongoing series against the West Indies. Kotak suggested the selectors may have wanted to add experience to a...