The Indian Premier League does not just provide entertainment to the fans but also gives youngsters a chance to bloom. And for the senior cricketers, it is the quintessential platform for a reincarnation. There have been players who made into the side after having a good run in the IPL. And since the last season, there are players BCCI can reconsider in the Indian colors. Here are five players the BCCI might look after and hand over a chance to: 5 | Krunal Pandya: The Royal Challengers Bengaluru has been enjoying the Krunal Pandya effect since the last season. Known as a clutch player, he is versatile as an all-rounder. : In the 2025 IPL season, he claimed 17 wickets with a respectable economy of 8.24, playing a vital role in RCB's maiden title. He earned the POTM award for his decisive spell of 2/17 in four overs in the final match. Since 2025, Krunal has effectively utilized the bouncer—a rarity for a finger spinner—to outsmart power-hitters. He has carried this form into 2026, currently standing as one of RCB's top wicket-takers with 8 wickets in his first 6 matches. With the bat, he bats around a 130 strike rate and pulls many rescue acts m especially the one against Delhi Capitals in 2025, scoring an unbeaten 73* off 47 balls. Read also: Mild heat erupts in Kolkata after Angrish Raghuvanshi gives cold stare to Jofra Archer after hitting a boundary 4 | Yashasvi Jaiswal Yashasvi Jaiswal has made a strong case for a T20I return with consistent, high-impact performances in IPL 2025 and 2026. In 2025, he scored 559 runs in 14 matches at an average of 43 and an explosive strike rate of 159.71, leading Rajasthan Royals’ batting charts. His powerplay dominance remains unmatched, highlighted by a blistering 77* off 32 balls in a shortened 2026 game. He also created history by hitting a six off the first ball of an innings three times in the IPL. Alongside aggression, Jaiswal has shown maturity—adapting to different roles and building partnerships effectively, strengthening his case for India’s T20 setup. 3 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar Since late 2022, the veteran Indian pacers have not played a single match for India. However, he has been an exceptional force for RCB after they signed him last season. 17 wickets last season, and now, it's been 6 matches, and he has 10 wickets, averaging 20- Bhuvi, at 36, is still a talisman. Bhuvneshwar remains the all-time leading wicket-taker in the IPL Powerplay. In IPL 2026, he recently dismantled the Delhi Capitals' top order, taking 3/26 and striking three times within the first six overs. In 2025, he quietly outperformed other specialists, taking seven wickets in the death overs—even more than teammate Josh Hazlewood. In April 2026, Bhuvneshwar became the first fast bowler in IPL history to reach 200 wickets, a feat previously achieved only by spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. 2 | Rajat Patidar The RCB title-winning captain started coming on the radar when he smashed 112 runs off 54 balls in Kolkata against LSG in 2022. It earned him the captaincy of the side, and he proved his worth. At this point, Patidar is one of the best batters against spin in the middle orders. In 2026, he has been batting with a massive strike rate of around 213. He even proved his ability to adapt as per the match conditions, rotating strike as and when required. At this point, India might look for a middle-order option, given the ongoing struggles of Tilak Varma and Suryakaumar Yadav. And Patidar sounds like a good name to go for. 1 | Shreyas Iyer Shreyas Iyer has re-emerged as a strong T20I contender after a remarkable IPL 2025–26 phase with Punjab Kings. Once criticized for a modest strike rate, Iyer has transformed into an aggressive finisher, striking at 187.96 in 2026 while scoring 203 runs in just five matches, including three successive fifties. In 2025, he justified his ₹26.75 crore price tag with 604 runs at an average of 50.33, leading PBKS to the final. His leadership credentials are equally impressive—he remains the only captain to guide three different teams to IPL finals. With consistency, adaptability, and calm decision-making, Iyer is now firmly in contention not just for a comeback, but also for a leadership role in India’s T20 setup.