‘Bhuvneshwar didn’t prove his form’: Ashwin says pacer’s India chapter is over

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s brief return to the national side ended with a disappointing New Zealand tour, suggesting his India chapter may be closed. The 36‑year‑old bowler featured in four of the five T20 internationals, claimed four wickets and recorded an economy of 11.50 as India edged the series 3‑2.

Ashwin noted a stark contrast between Kumar’s IPL dominance with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and his lack‑lustre pace and intensity in the NZ series, and he pointed to veteran pacer Mohammad Shami, who has taken 12 Ranji Trophy wickets in three matches, as a more viable option for future selection.

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