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Shubman Gill Provides Update on Hardik Pandya's Return
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What Happened?
India captain Shubman Gill addressed questions about Hardik Pandya's fitness ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, expressing hope for his return to domestic cricket.
Key points
- Hardik Pandya last played for India in the 2026 T20 World Cup final.
- He has missed several international matches since the T20 World Cup.
- Gill mentioned that Pandya suffered a niggle before the India A match.
- His return is expected to strengthen India's lower-order batting.
- India's ODI series against New Zealand starts on November 4.
Key insights
- Pandya's absence has raised concerns about India's lower-order performance.
- His fitness is crucial for India's strategy leading up to the ODI World Cup.
- The team management's communication with Pandya indicates his importance to the squad.
Why it matters
Pandya's return could significantly enhance India's batting depth in upcoming matches.
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Source
Times of India
