Hardik Pandya ruled out of Afghanistan ODI series due to injury

India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a quadriceps injury. He was undergoing rehabilitation in Bengaluru and was slated to join the team on June 11. The BCCI is yet to decide on a replacement for the 32-year-old, who was making a return to ODIs.

Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of India’s ODI series against Afghanistan after suffering a quadricep strain during training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Scans confirmed a sprain requiring at least two weeks of recovery. He will continue rehabilitation at the CoE, with a possible return before the England ODI series. Selectors will also review Virat Kohli’s fitness ahead of squad selection.

Hardik Pandya will miss the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a mild leg sprain sustained during training. The all-rounder, who was at peak fitness, will remain in Bengaluru for at least two weeks for recovery under the guidance of medical staff. This setback prevents him from joining the squad as planned.

In a huge blow to Team India, all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of the 3-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to a fresh quadriceps strain.