Hardik Pandya's injury opens door for Nitish Kumar Reddy in ODI series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:39 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Hardik Pandya misses the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a quadriceps strain, elevating Nitish Kumar Reddy's profile within the team. Pandya's injury emerged shortly before he was to join the squad, raising concerns among selectors about his fitness for future tournaments, including the 2027 ODI World Cup. Reddy may receive increased opportunities as a seam-bowling allrounder. The team aims to ensure they are prepared regardless of Pandya's availability. The Afghanistan series starts on Saturday in Dharamshala.
- •Hardik Pandya sustains a quadriceps injury before the Afghanistan series.
- •Selectors are considering Nitish Kumar Reddy for a larger role.
- •Team management is concerned about Pandya's availability for the World Cup.
- •India's ODI series against Afghanistan begins on Saturday in Dharamshala.
- •Reddy has been training to enhance his pace and endurance.
- 8:39 AMYahoo Sports — Hardik Pandya misses out again; Focus shifts to Nitish Kumar Reddy for Afghanistan ODIs
"Hardik Pandya's quadriceps strain has put Nitish Kumar Reddy in the spotlight ahead of the Afghanistan series. With concerns over Pandya's fitness for the upcoming World Cup, selectors are considering giving Reddy an extended run. The team management is reportedly exploring options for a seam-bowling allrounder, even preparing for a scenario without Pandya.
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