Indian cricket team star Hardik Pandya suffered an ankle injury during their 2023 ODI World Cup match against Bangladesh. In his first over, Pandya twisted his ankle while trying to prevent a boundary. He was immediately treated on the field but had to leave the pitch due to the pain. Virat Kohli took over the remaining deliveries of the over.
Following the injury, Pandya missed the next match against New Zealand and underwent medical treatment at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru. A specialist doctor from England oversaw his condition. Unfortunately, he is set to miss India’s next three World Cup games due to a ligament tear, as revealed a BCCI source. The medical team aims to bring him back on the pitch soon but he will require at least two weeks to heal.
As India prepares to face England on October 29, Pandya will not be available. The team management will likely keep the winning combination unchanged, with Suryakumar Yadav as Pandya’s replacement. Harbhajan Singh expressed concern about Pandya’s absence, stating that his all-rounder abilities are crucial for the team’s combination. He suggested bringing in Mohammed Shami to provide a solid 10 overs.
Although Pandya’s return for the ongoing World Cup remains uncertain, the Indian team is optimistic about his recovery before the knockout games. India’s next match is against England on Sunday.
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