{
  "id": 17339855,
  "title": "Former Indian cricketer on Bhuvneshwar: ‘Indian management is saying we have had enough’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/former-indian-cricketer-on-bhuvneshwar-indian-management-is-saying-we",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T04:49:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/bhuvneshwar-kumar-india-vs-new-zealand-comeback-10944468/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has expressed his concerns over cricketer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the team. In the recent T20I, Kumar was replaced by Mayank Yadav and has struggled since his comeback, managing only three wickets in one game and conceding over 10 runs in all matches. Chopra questioned the decision behind his return, saying it seems like the Indian management has had enough of his performances. The cricketer has played three matches and leaked many runs, leading to doubts about his comeback. Chopra added that Kumar is an experienced player and should reflect on his shortcomings, but should not be overthought or criticized. Ajinkya Rahane, on the other hand, appreciated Kumar's comeback and encouraged people to learn from his experience, emphasizing the importance of never giving up in the sport.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Aakash Chopra criticizes Indian management for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return.",
    "Kumar has struggled, scoring only three wickets and conceding over 10 runs in recent matches.",
    "Ajinkya Rahane supports Kumar's comeback, emphasizing perseverance in sports."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Kumar's struggle to regain form suggests that the national selection committee is prioritizing younger talent as the veteran bowler fails to justify his inclusion in the current T20I squad.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}