‘Selectors could be forced to think’: Pathan backs Kamboj for 2027 ODI World Cup

NewsSports NewsCricket News‘Selectors could be forced to think’: Irfan Pathan backs Anshul Kamboj for 2027 ODI World Cup ‘Selectors could be forced to think’: Irfan Pathan backs Anshul Kamboj for 2027 ODI World Cup Edited by Pranav Shukla / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Nov 05, 2026, 14:45 IST Anshul Kamboj press conference: On India’s win, debut setback, bowling strategy & all-rounder role His disciplined effort played an important role in restricting New Zealand to 185.

Arshdeep Singh led the attack with four wickets, while Gurnoor Brar picked up three as India bundled out the hosts.India subsequently chased down the revised target of 143 in 22.4 overs, with Virat Kohli leading the way through an authoritative 74 off 51 deliveries.Speaking in a video by Cricinfo, Pathan backed Kamboj to make further progress, pointing out that his difficult introduction to international cricket should be viewed in the context of the circumstances surrounding his debut.The former all-rounder felt Kamboj had not been given sufficient recovery time after travelling before being pushed into Test cricket.

He is definitely one of them," he added.Kamboj's performance in Auckland comes after a challenging start to his international career, with his domestic and IPL performances having raised expectations before his India debut.His first ODI appearance against the West Indies at New Chandigarh was particularly difficult.

The pacer conceded 82 runs in nine overs, with West Indies captain Shai Hope doing much of the damage. Hope scored 42 runs off 31 deliveries against Kamboj, including six fours.However, the disciplined showing against New Zealand offered a reminder of his bowling capabilities.

With the ability to operate across different phases of an innings, Kamboj has now given himself an opportunity to strengthen his case for a longer run in India's ODI setup, with the 2027 World Cup on the horizon. The tournament will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.

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