India's ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill raised concerns over the national cricket team's fitness standards following a series of player injuries, highlighting a communication gap and system breakdown between team management and the Centre of Excellence (CoE).
Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill expressed frustration over persistent player injuries, including key bowlers Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, which have hampered team selection and performance in recent series. With the ODI World Cup approaching, the team faces a significant fitness challenge, as several players are undergoing rehabilitation.
India's captain Shubman Gill stated that frequent player injuries prevented the team from fielding its best combination during the one-day series against England, a concern that must be addressed before next year’s World Cup after their 2-1 series defeat.
Hardik Pandya is reportedly seeking a move from Mumbai Indians, with Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Rajasthan Royals vying to sign the all-rounder. Negotiations are active, with captaincy offers and player consent being key factors in the potential blockbuster IPL trade.
Hardik Pandya is reportedly leaving Mumbai Indians after their 2026 IPL campaign. Seven franchises are interested, with CSK and KKR leading the race, while RR is also in contention. The all-rounder's potential move involves complex negotiations, with captaincy and team fit being key factors.
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya has permanently relocated to Bengaluru, establishing the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (COE) as his primary training base. This move offers him access to world-class facilities for injury rehabilitation and skill development, aiming to support his international white-ball career for the next five to six years.
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif expressed concern over Hardik Pandya's recurring fitness issues and the lack of clarity surrounding his injuries. Kaif also discussed Yashasvi Jaiswal's omission from the England ODI series squad, backing Ishan Kishan's selection.
Despite recent poor IPL performances and fan calls for his dismissal, Chennai Super Kings are expected to retain head coach Stephen Fleming. The franchise maintains faith in the former New Zealand captain, who has been with CSK since 2008.
Hardik Pandya ruled out of India's ODI series vs England due to quadriceps injury. Virat Kohli to undergo fitness test on June 22 for selection, recovering from hamstring injury.
India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate sees Nitish Kumar Reddy as a "natural successor" to Hardik Pandya, highlighting his potential as a pace-bowling all-rounder. The team is building depth for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Nitish Kumar Reddy impressed with a 2/31 spell against Afghanistan, showcasing his potential as a seam-bowling all-rounder. He is working to secure a place in the Indian team as an alternative to the injury-prone Hardik Pandya.
Nitish Kumar Reddy has impressed as a seam-bowling all-rounder, offering a potential alternative to the injury-prone Hardik Pandya. Reddy took 2/31 against Afghanistan and is actively working on his bowling skills to secure his place in the Indian team.
Injuries to Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya present India's coaching staff with significant selection challenges as they begin their 2027 ODI World Cup campaign against Afghanistan. Key decisions include who will bat at number 3 and who will replace Pandya's all-round capabilities, with several players vying for opportunities.
India's road to the 2027 ODI World Cup starts against Afghanistan with key players Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya injured. Coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill face selection dilemmas for the No. 3 batting spot and all-rounder roles, with Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, and Yashasvi Jaiswal vying for the middle order, and Nitish Kumar Reddy potentially replacing Pandya. The series also serves as a platform to develop new fast bowlers like Prince and Gurnoor.
The first ODI between India and Afghanistan in Dharamsala on Saturday is under threat from rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for June 12, with a 55% chance of precipitation expected on match day. Key Indian players Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya are already out due to injury.
Pacer Harshit Rana has been asked to join the Indian ODI team ahead of the third match against Afghanistan. Selectors will not name a replacement for Hardik Pandya, with Rana rejoining the international setup after knee surgery. He is expected to be cleared on June 17 and will then travel to Chennai.
Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has urged the Indian team to find a reliable backup for all-rounder Hardik Pandya, citing his persistent fitness issues. Pandya's recurring injuries, including a recent quadriceps strain, have raised concerns about India's depth in pace-bowling all-rounders ahead of the next ODI World Cup.
Former India batter Suresh Raina has urged the need for a dependable backup for all-rounder Hardik Pandya ahead of the next ODI World Cup due to Pandya's recurring fitness issues. Pandya's recent quadriceps strain has ruled him out of the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan.
Hardik Pandya has suffered a fresh setback with a quadricep strain ruling him out of the upcoming ODIs against Afghanistan. The all-rounder felt discomfort during training in Bengaluru and scans revealed a sprain requiring at least two weeks of recovery.
All-rounder Hardik Pandya will miss India's upcoming three-ODI series against Afghanistan due to a low-grade quadricep sprain. He will remain in Bengaluru for at least two weeks for recovery.
Mohammad Kaif strongly backs Shreyas Iyer as the ideal candidate for India's T20I captaincy, citing his leadership credentials, successful association with Gautam Gambhir, and proven record as both captain and batter in IPL.
Former India cricketer Saba Karim believes Suryakumar Yadav's place in the T20 side is under scrutiny due to inconsistent form, potentially impacting India's plans for the 2028 T20 World Cup. Karim also backed Rajat Patidar for captaincy.
Former India cricketer Saba Karim believes Suryakumar Yadav's T20 place is uncertain for the 2028 World Cup due to inconsistent form. Karim backs Rajat Patidar for captaincy and highlights Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a future prospect.
Hardik Pandya will report to the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru on June 2 for fitness assessments. He is expected to join the India ODI squad for the Afghanistan series on June 11, after a week of drills. Meanwhile, the India Test squad begins training in Mullanpur for their match against Afghanistan.
