Archive · 7 Oct 2026
Ashwin Predicts Bhuvneshwar, Bumrah Could Pair at Next World Cup
R Ashwin spoke about fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
He said Bhuvneshwar and Jasprit Bumrah might play together at next year’s World Cup.
The tournament is expected to be held in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Bhuvneshwar has been called up to India’s upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.
The article says he took 45 wickets during a period when Royal Challengers Bengaluru won titles back to back.
Ashwin described him as a quiet person with great skills.
He also said injuries and timing may have affected how much Bhuvneshwar played for India.
Ashwin said he was happy to see him get another opportunity.
R Ashwin said Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah might play together at next year’s World Cup.
The tournament is scheduled to take place in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Bhuvneshwar earned an India call-up for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.
The article says he took 45 wickets during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back-to-back title-winning period.
Ashwin praised Bhuvneshwar’s skill and said injuries and timing may have limited his opportunities across formats.
- Who
- Former Indian cricketer R Ashwin discussed Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah.
- What
- Ashwin predicted the two bowlers might play together at next year’s World Cup.
- When
- The World Cup is scheduled for next year; Bhuvneshwar’s India call-up is for an upcoming T20I series.
- Where
- The World Cup is scheduled to be held in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.
- Why
- Ashwin cited Bhuvneshwar’s skill and said injuries and timing may have affected his international opportunities.
- World Cup hosts
- South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe
- Bhuvneshwar’s upcoming selection
- India T20I series against New Zealand
- Wickets reported
- 45 during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru title-winning period described in the article
- Ashwin’s platform
- His YouTube channel
- Ashwin’s view
- Bhuvneshwar and Jasprit Bumrah might play together at the World Cup