Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya expected to join ODI squad for Afghanistan series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:28 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are likely to join the Indian ODI team for the upcoming series against Afghanistan starting on June 13 in Dharamshala. Both players are undergoing fitness tests in Bengaluru, with concerns surrounding Rohit’s hamstring injury and Hardik's bowling fitness. India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak expressed confidence that they will pass their tests, although he admitted he had not received confirmation of their statuses. The team anticipates a light practice session following the clearance of the two players.
- •Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are undergoing fitness tests.
- •The ODI series against Afghanistan starts on June 13.
- •Rohit is recovering from a hamstring injury.
- •Hardik's fitness for bowling is under evaluation.
- •Coach Sitanshu Kotak expects both players to be available.
- 8:28 AMYahoo Sports — Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya should be fine for ODIs: Sitanshu Kotak
"Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are expected to join the Indian ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, provided they receive fitness clearance from the BCCI medical team. Both players are undergoing tests in Bengaluru, with Rohit's hamstring injury and Pandya's bowling fitness being key concerns for the management.
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