Hardik Pandya OUT, Virat Kohli IN! RCB Star Clears Fitness Test After MI Skipper Gets Ruled Out For England Tour
Kohli is likely to return the India team for the upcoming ODI series while Pandya stays out of the squad due to injury
The India vs England ODI is just around the corner. Therefore, India’s preparations for the ODI series have started full-fledged. But among all that preparation a contrasting development has taken place regarding two of the biggest cricket stars of India. Veteran batter Virat Kohli is trying his best to prove his fitness. On the other hand all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of the said three-match ODI series due to injury.
Kohli's comeback
Kohli’s Return is based on his Fitness Clearance. Kohli has already missed the India vs Afghanistan ODI series due to injuries. He had developed a hamstring injury during the IPL final, therefore the national selectors decided not to include him in the Ind Vs Afg ODI squad. Although, his participation remains subject to clearance from the board's medical team. So, the former India captain was scheduled to undergo a crucial fitness assessment. The selectors are keen to ensure he is fully fit before returning to the international format of cricket.
Pandya's dismissed
On the other hand, Hardik’s Injury has set India in search of balance. Hardik Pandya has been ruled out of the upcoming England ODIs after developing a quadriceps injury. The all-rounder had already missed the Afghanistan series like Kohli and was undergoing rehabilitation in Bengaluru. Though the team has put ample effort into helping him recover, the medical assessment team has determined that he will not be fit in time for the England tour.Pandya’s absence will leave a significant vacuum in India’s lineup. Because of his ability to contribute to all three departments. His injury has invoked the discussion about India's lineup for the upcoming series. The team management and selectors are looking for a healthy replacement for the squad.
Sportscapeobserves this to be a dicey situation as on the one hand there's a wave of hope that King Kohli's returning to the squad. On the other hand, there's disappointment regarding Hardik Pandya's absence as he is another crucial part of the team.
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