Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah will reportedly be rested as India balances player fitness and preparation ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at home and in Sri Lanka. The ODI series will see the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their sensational performances in Sydney.
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The injury had already ruled him out of the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan, and the BCCI has decided it is too risky for him to play ODI cricket so soon.
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It is being said that Pandya will turn his attention back to ODI cricket after the IPL 2026, as the ICC World Cup 2027 is still two years away. Notably, India will also play three ODIs against New Zealand.
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The Indian pacer had also missed the recent ODI series in Australia, and a PTI report claimed that he will miss the upcoming ODI matches against the Proteas side at home as well to manage his workload. Like Hardik Pandya, Bumrah will also return for the five-match T20I series against South Africa.
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Additionally, Indian captain Shubman Gill is also doubtful for the upcoming ODI series due to his neck injury. Gill is also uncertain to lead the side in the second and final Test against South Africa, starting on November 22 in Guwahati.
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