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India vs NZ 3rd T20I: Can Bhuvneshwar Bounce Back After Poor Start?

Veteran fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar is facing intense scrutiny over his position in the national squad following a difficult start to the ongoing series against New Zealand. Across the first two fixtures, the returning player leaked ninety-nine runs total while claiming just a single dismissal, leaving his economy rate at a troubling 12.37.

Despite arriving on the back of consecutive stellar Indian Premier League campaigns where he picked up dozens of wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, his lack of control has opened the door for rising fast-bowling options. Competitors like Arshdeep Singh, express-pace specialist Mayank Yadav, and newcomer Prince Yadav are pushing for inclusion, with Prince notably turning in a tight four-over spell of one for thirty during the second match as the touring side prepares for the third encounter.

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