India vs WI: Bhuvneshwar Kumar called up for crucial T20 final

Bhuvneshwar Kumar joins India's squad for the series-deciding T20I against West Indies after Arshdeep Singh's injury. Final match on Oct 17 in Bengaluru.

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar was added to India's squad on October 16, 2026, for the series-deciding fifth T20I against the West Indies. This replacement was made after Arshdeep Singh suffered a shoulder injury during Wednesday's fourth T20I in Hyderabad.

The series currently stands at a 2-2 tie, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion. The final match is scheduled to be played tomorrow, October 17, 2026, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Team management will assess Arshdeep Singh's condition before the game to determine his participation. Bhuvneshwar Kumar was also previously selected for the upcoming T20 series against New Zealand, commencing on October 22.

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