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Bhuvneshwar Kumar at M Chinnaswamy Stadium: Wickets, average and bowling record

India have recalled Bhuvneshwar Kumar to their T20I squad for the series decider against the West Indies, replacing Arshdeep Singh after a shoulder injury. The veteran fast bowler, returning from a four-year international hiatus, aims to bolster India’s struggling bowling unit, which has struggled to contain the West Indies’ aggressive batting on batting-friendly pitches.

Kumar’s swing and control with the new ball could disrupt opener Shai Hope, while his variations and accuracy in the death overs may help India tighten the screws against finishers. His experience in high-pressure situations could prove crucial as India look to defend a challenging total in the final match of the five-game series tied at 2-2.

Kumar’s international comeback will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, a venue where he has a proven track record despite its batter-friendly conditions.

Across 22 T20 matches at the stadium, he has taken 28 wickets at an average of 25.1 and an economy of 8.11, including a career-best T20I performance of 3/9 against Pakistan in 2012. His IPL stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru has further solidified his reputation as a reliable wicket-taker in the subcontinent’s most challenging batting conditions, with 81 four-wicket hauls and a consistent ability to restrict scoring rates.

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