Bhuvneshwar Kumar expresses views on his potential ODI comeback

India and Lucknow Falcons pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar refused to look too far ahead when asked about his chances of making the ODI World Cup squad insisting that his immediate focus remains on playing and performing rather than predicting what the future may holdldquoI have to play I am playing I cant predict what will happen after thatrdquo Bhuvneshwar told IANS when asked if his recent performances in whiteball cricket including the IPL and domestic competitions could put him in contention for the ODI World CupThe experienced pacer is set to lead the Lucknow Falcons in the fourth edition of the Uttar Pradesh T20 League which will get underway on August 14 For Bhuvneshwar the tournament represents another opportunity to contribute on the field while helping the next generation of Uttar Pradesh cricketers navigate the demands of competitive cricketThe 24day UPT20 Season 4 will feature 34 matches and for the first time will be staged across two cities Lucknow will host the opening phase at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium with 22 matches scheduled across 13 matchdays before the tournament moves to Green Park Stadium in Kanpur for the remaining 12 matches over 11 matchdaysBhuvneshwar who has been part of the league since its early years believes the tournament has grown steadily and can serve as an important stepping stone for players aspiring to reach the IPL and eventually the national teamldquoThis is the fourth year of the league and every year we are seeing an improvement be it the ability of the players or the facilities provided by UPCA or the way they carry out operations I am sure therersquos a good future I think every state is having a league not just UPCArdquo he addedThe veteran pacer sees the emergence of state T20 leagues as a positive development for domestic cricket ldquoOf course these leagues have a future This is a big opportunity for all the players If they do well they might get to play at the IPL and eventually for the Indian team So itrsquos a great opportunityrdquo he statedBhuvneshwar said the focus within the Lucknow Falcons camp is less on elaborate match plans at this stage and more on ensuring players are mentally prepared and comfortable when they step onto the fieldSee it hasnt started yet practice is going on Of course there will be some strategy some planning But it is very important how you get into the match how you get into the mindset the pacer saidFor Bhuvneshwar who will take on the dual responsibility of captain and senior campaigner creating the right environment within the squad will be just as important as tactical preparationldquoSo the aim being a captain and a coachrsquos is that we can keep the players in a good space in a happy space in a comfortable space That is our effortrdquo he concludedThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever