Bhuvneshwar Kumar set for possible return at Chinnaswamy after four years

Bhuvneshwar Kumar could play his first T20I in nearly four years when India face West Indies in the series decider at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. He was added to the squad after Arshdeep Singh suffered a shoulder injury in Hyderabad.

Kumar has taken 11 wickets in five previous T20 matches at the venue, including three three-wicket hauls during IPL 2026. West Indies have posted totals above 240 in both wins, exposing India's pace attack. Kumar's swing and death bowling could provide control on a ground where most bowlers struggle.

Morne Morkel welcomed the addition and said Arshdeep remains in contention. Rain is forecast for match day.