“Prayed To God For Times Like These”: Fans Celebrate Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s T20I Comeback

Fans Celebrate Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s T20I Comeback [Source: AFP, X]Veteran Indian fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar is all set to make a comeback to international cricket after four years. He will feature in the upcoming New Zealand series, and fans couldn’t be happier on the internet.Bhuvneshwar, popularly known as ‘swing king,’ disappeared from the Indian setup after 2022. However, the pacer never gave up on the dream of representing his country again.Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback leaves fans emotionalOver the last couple of years, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has left no stone unturned in proving his worth. From domestic cricket to IPL, Kumar’s performance spoke louder than any words ever could.Hence, the BCCI selection committee, under the leadership of interim chairman Pragyan Ojha, selected Bhuvneshwar in India’s squad for the T20I series against New Zealand. The tour is scheduled for later this month.Meanwhile, fans on the internet were elated with the decision and praised Bhuvneshwar Kumar. They rejoiced at his comeback, saying that India desperately needs some experience in the fast bowling lineup.ALSO READBhuvneshwar Kumar Makes Himself Available For 2027 World CupNot only that, but a lot of fans also prayed for Kumar’s comeback in the ODI side as they want to see him play in the 2027 World Cup. But that dream is still far-fetched."Bhuvi back in T20Is for India, the streets are healing" - @FlaviaNagpalफ @FlaviaNagpal Bhuvi back in T20Is for India, the streets are healing Oct 6, 2026, 9:09 PM Enduku Bey @EndukuBey Am I day dreaming? Prayed for God times like this 🥹🥹🥹 finally The God Bhuvi is back 🥹🥹🥹❤️❤️❤️❤️ "Won't be surprised if he walks directly into 2027 world cup playing 11 the kind of bowler he is" - @Amritm4mnxyz @Amritm4mn @mufaddal_vohra Won't be surprised if he walks directly into 2027 world cup playing 11 the kind of bowler he is Saikrishna @Saikrishna_04 @mufaddal_vohra Where the all the bowlers are bowling over 9-10 econmy he was bowling below 7 Economy and has been consistent. He is better than gurnoor and prasidh. Aditya Saha @Adityakrsaha RCB can only retain Krunal as an uncapped player now. 😭🙏 "bhuvi is back. agarkar goes and rcb players come back 😭😭🥰" - @Lakshya59025641Lakshyaa @Lakshya59025641 @BCCI bhuvi is back agarkar goes and rcb players come back 😭😭🥰 Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback journeyNotably, fortune didn’t change overnight for Bhuvneshwar Kumar as he worked hard for 4 years despite being 36 years old. In the 2023 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he picked up 16 wickets in 7 games at an economy of 5.84.Later, in the 2024 and 2025 SMAT seasons, he got 11 and 8 wickets, respectively. Moreover, his most significant breakthrough came in IPL 2025 where he joined RCB.That year, Bhuvneshwar picked up 17 wickets that helped RCB lift their maiden title. Moreover, in 2026, Kumar raised his standards to scalp 28 wickets at an economy of 7.95.Owing to his performance, RCB successfully defended their title. Hence, Bhuvneshwar Kumar made it nearly impossible for the selectors to ignore him. Hence, as a reward for his consistent efforts, Kumar will now travel to New Zealand to revive his international career.ALSO READIndia Squad For Zimbabwe T20Is Announced; Shafali Verma Named Vice-Captain