Hardik Pandya Got Injured In India- Bangladesh Clash
Hardik Pandya, vice-captain and all-rounder of the Team India, has been ruled out of the Sunday’s clash against New Zealand in Dharamshala due to knee injury.
Hardik Pandya sustained this injury during the match against Bangladesh last Thursday, where he bowled only three balls of his first over, His injury occurred while fielding Liton Das’s shot on his own ball, After initial treatment he tried to run again but he couldn’t that force him to leave the field prematurely. The remaining three deliveries of the over were bowled by Virat Kohli.
India played against Bangladesh at Pune on Thiusday in fourth match opf their World Cup campaign where The Team Indiaa secured a 7-wicket victory.
Bangladesh batted first and set a target of 256 runs, which India successfully chased down in 41.3 overs, thanks to Virat Kohli’s unbeatable 103 runs and good start from Rohit and Shubhman Gill.
This win has placed India at the second position on the points table with a total of eight points, while New Zealand currently holds the first position, also with eight points.
The upcoming clash between India and New Zealand in Dharamshala on Sunday is highly anticipated. The outcome of this match will determine the leader of the points table. This game is considered as hot cake in the World Cup, as both teams have shown excellent form and a continuous winning streak.
🚨🚨𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍: Hardik Pandya will not fly to Dharamsala with the team today, and will now join the squad in Lucknow where India play England.
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Hardik Pandya’s absence is a significant setback for India, and there are reports suggesting that he has been sent to Bengaluru for treatment at NCA. The nature of his injury remains undisclosed, and this has raised concerns, as NCA typically handles major injuries.
The Indian team remains hopeful that Hardik Pandya will recover in time to participate in the match against England in Lucknow on 29th October, stressing the importance of his fitness.
BCCI has also provided thr medical update Of Hardik Pandya on their official website qoutes “Team India vice-captain Hardik Pandya sustained an injury to his left ankle while fielding on his own bowling during India’s match against Bangladesh at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.The all-rounder was taken for scans and is advised rest. He will be under the constant supervision of the BCCI Medical Team.He will not be taking the flight to Dharamsala with the team on 20th October and will now join the team directly in Lucknow where India play England.
The absence of Hardik Pandya will present a challenge in forming the team combination for India. His all-round performance is crucial, as he plays as the third fast bowler and the sixth number batsman.
In his absence, the team will need to find a suitable replacement, both in terms of a batsman and a bowler. The discussion surrounding which Indian players can fill these roles will continue as we await Pandya’s recovery.
Players Considered As Hardik Pandya’s Replacement
Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav can be a good option to replace Hardik Pandya. Surya has the ability to change the course of any match with his batting. Along with this, Suryakumar also has the skill to weave the innings while maintaining the run rate in the middle overs. However, if Suryakumar gets a chance in the playing eleven, then the Indian team will have to include a specialist fast bowler in the team.
Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan is also in the race to replace Hardik Pandya. Ishaan has already proved his ability by playing in the middle order. Ishaan also played a strong inning of 47 runs in the match played against Afghanistan. This is the reason why captain Rohit can also try Ishaan in place of Hardik.
Mohammad Shami
Mohammed Shami can also be a good option. Mohammed Shami is in very good form and due to the good performances of Mohammed Siraj, he is not able to make his place in his team. In the absence of Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami can be a good option. It will be a good opportunity for Shami to show his ability. The pitch of Dharamshala will suit Mohammed Shami as it has been seen in the previous matches that the fast bowlers have got a little more help.
Ravichandran Ashwin
In place of Hardik Pandya, captain Rohit Sharma can also give a chance to Ravichandran Ashwin in the playing eleven. With Ashwin’s arrival in the team, not only will one bowler improve, along with this, Ashwin can also bat well. If Hardik is not in the team, both Shardul and Ashwin may get a chance in the last eleven. The Indian team has to face New Zealand on Sunday i.e. 22nd October.