Last Updated: May 1, 2026 02:42 PM
Former Indian cricket legends rarely call out selectors publicly like this. One explosive opener just sent a strong message to the current selection committee. His demand is based on outstanding IPL performances that can’t be ignored anymore.
Virender Sehwag’s Direct Message to Indian Selectors
Virender Sehwag doesn’t hold back when he sees something wrong happening. He went straight after the selectors on the Cricbuzz channel without sugarcoating anything. Bhuvneshwar Kumar is bowling out of his skin right now, Sehwag said.
“Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been the best bowler in this tournament. In every match he has been taking 2-3 wickets, even against Gujarat Titans he took 3 wickets. He put RCB in a good position. Sometimes, I think what kind of number is age? Even if he is 35 or 36 years old right now, so what? If he is bowling so well, the selectors should think about his comeback at least in the T20 format,” he said.
The former opener specifically named Ajit Agarkar and his selection committee directly. This was essentially his blunt message. No diplomatic language, no hints – just a straightforward demand backed by facts.
Here’s what got Sehwag fired up about this whole situation. People keep whispering about Bhuvneshwar being too old at 35-36 years. Sehwag basically told everyone to stop obsessing over age numbers. Performance matters, not passport dates – that’s his entire argument here.
Why Bhuvneshwar Kumar Deserves His Comeback
Look at the Purple Cap standings right now – Bhuvneshwar sits on top. 17 wickets from 9 games isn’t luck, it’s pure skill showing up. Nobody’s bowling better in IPL 2026 than him, and everyone knows it.
RCB must be thrilled they signed him last season. Every single match, Bhuvi grabs 2-3 wickets like clockwork. Three wickets against Gujarat Titans.
The old magic is back – that beautiful swing both ways with the new ball. Even the old ball talks in his hands during death overs. Top batters from every team look clueless when he’s in rhythm.
Virender Sehwag got particularly excited talking about one thing specifically here. Imagine Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar opening India’s bowling together. Batters wouldn’t know whether to duck, defend, or just walk back already.
Bhuvneshwar’s T20I Record Speaks for Itself
Bhuvneshwar Kumar last played for India in November 2022 unfortunately. Since his 2012 debut, he’s taken 90 T20I wickets across 87 matches. That average of 23 with an economy under 7 looks extremely impressive.
His best T20I figures remain 5/4 against Afghanistan back in 2022. He became the first Indian bowler ever to have two five-wicket hauls. Those records prove his credentials beyond any doubt whatsoever.
Ajit Agarkar and selectors should seriously consider Virender Sehwag’s passionate plea here. Form like this deserves international recognition and opportunity again soon.
