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Hardik Pandya sidelined by fresh injury ahead of India A series
All-rounder Hardik Pandya has suffered another injury setback just before India A's informal ODI series against Australia A. The injury comes as Pandya was attempting to prove his fitness after a prolonged absence from the national team.
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Hardik Pandya's return to international cricket has been dealt another blow after the all-rounder sustained a fresh injury ahead of India A's upcoming ODI series against Australia A.
Pandya has been out of the national team setup for an extended period and was tasked with demonstrating his match fitness through the India A assignment. However, the injury has disrupted his comeback plans just as the informal series was set to begin.
The setback highlights the ongoing fitness concerns that have plagued the all-rounder's career. The injury comes at a critical juncture as Pandya had been working to regain full competitive rhythm ahead of potential recall to the senior squad.
There has been no official announcement regarding the extent of the injury or an expected timeline for his return to action. The development is likely to impact India's planning for the Australia A series and raises questions about Pandya's availability for upcoming international assignments.