{
  "id": 13364165,
  "title": "Bhuvneshwar Kumar recalled by India – why ageing fast bowlers are in high demand",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/bhuvneshwar-kumar-recalled-by-india-why-ageing-fast-bowlers-are-in-13364165",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T07:55:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/cricket/2026/10/10/bhuvneshwar-kumar-recalled-by-india-why-ageing-fast-bowlers-are-in-high-demand/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bhuvneshwar Kumar, a veteran Indian right-arm seamer, has been recalled by the Indian T20 team at the age of 36 for an upcoming tour of New Zealand. His return to the team follows his impressive performances in the IPL and domestic cricket, where he has become one of the most lethal 20-over pacers in the country. Kumar's resurgence coincides with the struggles of younger fast bowlers who have been unable to cement their place in any format. Despite India's success in recent years, the team now recognizes the value of experience, particularly in the bowling department. With the ICC cycle shifting away from Asia, India has once again turned to Kumar, highlighting the importance of experience in international cricket.",
  "summary": "Bhuvneshwar Kumar last played an international match for India in 2022. His international career looked as good as over after England smashed him for 25 runs in two overs in the 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final in Adelaide during a thumping 10-wicket win . His lack of bite with the new ball, in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, led the team management to quickly move on from him. Mohammad Siraj nestled…",
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        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Bhuvneshwar Kumar recalled by India – why ageing fast bowlers are in high demand",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/bhuvneshwar-kumar-recalled-by-india-why-ageing-fast-bowlers-are-in",
        "published": "2026-10-10T07:55:13.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}