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Six hours a day, 19% to 14% body fat: Inside Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s bid for longevity at 36

After a four-year absence from international cricket, 36-year-old Bhuvneshwar Kumar has earned a recall to the Indian T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand. His return follows a dominant 2026 season where he secured 28 wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru and led the Lucknow Falcons to the UPT20 league final.

To sustain his performance at this age, Kumar has undergone a rigorous physical transformation, reducing his body fat from 19% to 14% through a demanding daily regimen. His conditioning coach, Surya Pratap Yadav, notes that Kumar dedicates six to seven hours each day to a comprehensive program covering strength training, injury prevention, and recovery.

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