During the team’s 2023 World Cup match against Bangladesh on Thursday at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, Team India’s Hardik Pandya injured his ankle in his followthrough while attempting to block the ball with his foot.
In Bangladesh’s innings, the all-rounder entered the fray in the ninth over. Litton Das struck a straight shot that sped toward the fence on the third ball of his first over.
Hardik slipped while attempting to stop the ball with his leg. The physiotherapist quickly came over to assess the injury of the Indian vice captain. After getting his leg wrapped, Hardik was able to get back up on his feet.
Despite his determination, the 30-year-old player still appeared to be experiencing discomfort and made the decision to leave the field.
The Indian team heavily relies on Hardik Pandya’s contribution, so if his injury is severe, it could potentially disrupt the overall balance of the team. It is uncertain whether he will be able to resume bowling in the current match.
Virat Kohli Completes Hardik Pandya’s Over After Ankle Injury
Rohit Sharma, the captain, gave the ball to senior batter Virat Kohli after Hardik Pandya exited the field due to an injury. The medium-pacer finished the over after giving up two runs on the final three deliveries.
The audience cheered loudly for the former captain after seeing Kohli get the ball.
In addition to Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja, India also has five other top bowlers.
Even if the Men in Blue have adequate equipment to bowl 50 overs without Hardik, Shardul Thakur will need to put in some serious work after just bowling eight overs in his previous two matches.
