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180 runs, 1 wicket! 'Playing Bhuvneshwar Kumar was a mistake'

India’s recent T20I series against New Zealand exposed a contentious selection call that left veteran fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar with just one wicket in three matches, while the team’s batting lineup amassed a combined 180 runs across the same games. The struggles of the experienced pacer have reignited debate over the Indian team’s approach to nurturing young talent, with former player Irfan Pathan criticizing the decision to prioritize Kumar over emerging fast bowlers.

Pathan argued that the selectors’ reliance on proven names deprives rising stars of crucial international exposure, particularly in demanding conditions where development is most critical. With New Zealand’s challenging pitches posing a stern test, the conversation now centers on whether India’s bowling rotation should shift toward a more balanced mix of experience and opportunity for the next generation.

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