Hardik Pandya Sidelined with Ankle Injury, Uncertain for New Zealand Clash

Xtra Time Web Desk: In an unexpected turn of events during India’s ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign, vice-captain Hardik Pandya sustained an injury to his left ankle while fielding on his own bowling in the recent match against Bangladesh at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. Following the incident, Pandya underwent scans, and the BCCI Medical Team has advised him to rest and recover.

This injury will keep the versatile all-rounder from boarding the flight to Dharamsala on October 20, where India was set to face New Zealand. Instead, Pandya will rejoin the team directly in Lucknow for their pivotal match against England.

Pandya’s absence from the lineup is a significant blow to Team India. His explosive batting and bowling prowess have been crucial to the team’s success in the tournament. His ability to change the game’s dynamics with both bat and ball will be sorely missed.

The cricketing world now eagerly awaits updates on Pandya’s recovery and return to the field. In his absence, the rest of the Indian squad faces a challenge to fill the void left by their vice-captain. Their performance against New Zealand will be closely watched to see how they cope with this setback and whether they can maintain their winning momentum.

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Title: Hardik Pandya Sidelined with Ankle Injury, Uncertain for New Zealand Clash
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Published Date: Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:56:56 +0000

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