Gautam Gambhir Issues Update on Hardik Pandya's Prolonged Absence: ‘He Can’t Bowl 10 Overs at the Moment'
- On Thursday, India head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that Hardik Pandya cannot bowl 10 overs at the moment and emphasized the team will not rush the all-rounder back into international cricket.
- The role of a fast-bowling all-rounder has gained significance ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, and Pandya has been managed carefully due to recurring fitness issues and workload concerns.
- Delighted with Nitish Kumar Reddy's progression, Gambhir praised the all-rounder's performance during Thursday's 127-run victory against Afghanistan, where Reddy took three wickets to strengthen middle-order options.
- Pandya is expected to prove his match fitness in the India A series against Australia next month in Puducherry, with Gambhir noting a strong possibility of both Pandya and Reddy playing together once he regains full bowling fitness.
- Recurring injuries across the squad, including Varun Chakaravarthy's lateral abdominal discomfort, remain a major headache for Gambhir as India prepares for crucial Test series against New Zealand and Australia ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
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‘We don’t want to push him,' India head coach Gautam Gambhir says Hardik Pandya not ready to bowl 10 overs yet
Hardik Pandya hasn't played competitive cricket since the IPL in May 2026. He last played for India in the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand in March.
Growing injury list becoming a problem for India, admits Gautam Gambhir
With crucial Test series against New Zealand and Australia on the horizon, and the 2027 ODI World Cup not far ahead, India head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged that recurring injuries are proving to be a major headache for his team.
‘Strong possibility’: Gautam Gambhir on Hardik Pandya, Nitish Reddy in playing XI
Pandya, who has not played any cricket since May due to a quadriceps injury, was not picked for the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies as he is not in a position to bowl 10 overs.
Gambhir says Hardik and Reddy can be in same XI, praises Nitish
New Delhi: India head coach Gautam Gambhir is delighted with the progression of Nitish Reddy as a fast bowling all-rounder and said there is a strong possibility of him playing alongside Hardik Pandya once the star all-rounder is fit enough to bowl 10 overs in the 50-over format. Pandya, who has not played any cricket … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr…
Gautam Gambhir Breaks Silence on Picking Nitish Kumar Reddy Over Hardik Pandya for ODIs vs West Indies | 🏏 LatestLY
India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir has clarified the rationale behind Nitish Reddy's inclusion in the ODI squad, emphasizing Hardik Pandya's persistent bowling fitness concerns. 🏏 Gautam Gambhir Breaks Silence on Picking Nitish Kumar Reddy Over Hardik Pandya for ODIs vs West Indies.
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.
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