Hardik Pandya Set To Miss T20I Series Against Afghanistan, Expected To Be Fit For IPL 2024

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to miss the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan due to an ankle injury sustained during the 2023 World Cup.

With Pandya unavailable, Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul have stepped up to lead the T20I and ODI teams respectively, with discussions around alternative captaincy options like Ravindra Jadeja, who has vice-captaincy experience. However, Jadeja’s workload during the Tests against England is a factor.

Pandya’s recovery timeline indicates his focus on regaining fitness for IPL 2024, where he’s expected to captain the Mumbai Indians after being traded from the Gujarat Titans. His leadership was instrumental in GT’s successful stint, winning the trophy in 2022 and finishing runners-up in the following season.

Updates on Pandya’s condition will be eagerly awaited by fans and officials, with hopes high for his return to the field in time for the IPL. The transition from GT to MI adds an extra layer of anticipation, making it a key storyline for the upcoming season.