Hardik Pandya recently suffered an injury while doing rehab at the CoE in Bengaluru, as he picked up the injury at the last minute after being declared fit. The Mumbai Indians captain sustained a new foot injury, forcing him to miss the three-match ODI series. This is a serious concern heading into next year's ODI World Cup and finding a reliable backup for Hardik Pandya.
But his injury-prone career has disrupted his availability, leaving India in trouble whenever he is absent. "Hardik Pandya has had several injury setbacks, which is a concern. By the time the next ODI World Cup arrives, India must have a reliable backup for him," Raina said.
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"His batting has become more solid. He bowled with good pace and control in the IPL, and his fitness has also held up well. The team management will need to manage his workload carefully and give him consistent opportunities," Raina said.
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The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder has featured in four ODIs and scored a half-century during the home series against New Zealand in January. During the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, he often bowled with the new ball and more overs than in any previous season, while consistently bowling at a speed of over 135kph. This showcases his improvement in the bowling department.
Apart from Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli is also set to miss the ODI series after he picked up a hamstring injury during the IPL 2026 final. The former India captain will be a big miss for the Men in Blue side given his recent form in white-ball cricket across India and in the IPL. Another veteran, Rohit Sharma, has been deemed fit and is set to feature in the first game.
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