India evaluates all-rounder options for 2027 ODI World Cup

India is assessing its all-rounder pool in preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Key pace-bowling options include Hardik Pandya as the first choice, with backups like Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, and Suryansh Shedge being considered. The spin department features Axar Patel and Washington Sundar, as selectors focus on finding versatile players to exploit specific conditions expected in Africa. Management faces challenges including identifying a second seam-bowling all-rounder and developing Reddy as a long-term option under Pandya.

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