Gautam Gambhir Issues Update on Hardik Pandya's Prolonged Absence: ‘He Can’t Bowl 10 Overs at the Moment'
Gambhir said Pandya cannot bowl 10 overs yet and will return only when he can serve as a full all-rounder.
- On Thursday, India head coach Gautam Gambhir announced Hardik Pandya is not ready to bowl a full 10-over spell in the 50-overs format, emphasizing the team will not rush the all-rounder's return to international cricket.
- Management is carefully monitoring Pandya, whose return depends on his ability to contribute as a genuine all-rounder rather than solely as a batter, with significant focus on utilizing him in the ODI format.
- Pandya is expected to make his competitive comeback with India A in a three-match one-day series against Australia A in October, pending final fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
- Gambhir noted that once Pandya regains full bowling fitness, there is a possibility that both he and Nitish Kumar Reddy could play together, expanding the team's all-rounder depth.
- Following India's 3-0 T20I series sweep against Afghanistan, Pandya remains absent from the upcoming West Indies white-ball series as management prioritizes his long-term ODI recovery.
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Following the 3-0 T20 series win against Afghanistan, Indian team head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed a press conference, where he addressed Hardik Pandya's selection in the team. It's worth noting that Hardik Pandya was not included in the squad for the ODI series against the West Indies.
‘Clear message’ for Hardik Pandya: Gautam Gambhir reveals what the all-rounder must do to return to Team India
India's coach Gautam Gambhir emphasised that Hardik Pandya needs to improve his match fitness before rejoining the national squad. Playing in upcoming games, including potential matches for India A, will be crucial for Pandya to restore his form. Additionally, the team is focusing on Nitish Kumar Reddy's growth as a seam-bowling all-rounder, aiming for a roster that offers versatility for future competitions.
Hardik Pandya will be good: Gautam Gambhir backs India all-rounder's comeback
Gautam Gambhir has backed Hardik Pandya's return but said he needs India A game time first. The India coach also sees Nitish Kumar Reddy's development as central to the 2027 ODI World Cup plans.
Hadrik Pandya's comeback hinges on 10-over readiness, confirms Gautam Gambhir
India head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that all-rounder Hardik Pandya is not yet fit to bowl a full 10-over quota in ODIs and will not be rushed back. Gambhir also hinted at the possibility of playing both Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy once Pandya achieves full bowling fitness, emphasizing his return depends on his all-round contribution.
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