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Irfan Pathan identifies Naman Dhir as key ODI prospect for India

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:07 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Irfan Pathan identifies Naman Dhir as key ODI prospect for India
Summary

Irfan Pathan has highlighted Naman Dhir as a vital addition to India's ODI squad as they prepare for the West Indies series. Dhir's selection follows a standout performance in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, where he was the leading run-scorer. With other options like Washington Sundar unavailable and Riyan Parag injured, Dhir's versatility as a batting all-rounder capable of bowling off-spin could fill a crucial gap in the lineup. This series serves as an opportunity for India to assess their bench strength ahead of future competitions.

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  • •Irfan Pathan endorses Naman Dhir for India's ODI setup
  • •Dhir scored 655 runs in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League
  • •Washington Sundar unavailable due to Asian Games
  • •Riyan Parag sidelined with injury
  • •India's squad reflects scheduling conflicts and player assessments
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  • 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Player of that type has been missing’: Irfan Pathan identifies MI star as India’s answer to a void in key ODI role
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With India getting ready for the World Cup cycle, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan identified a Mumbai Indians star as the answer to the Men in Blue's missing link in a key role.

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