Hardik Pandya: India’s Irreplaceable Cricket All-Rounder Returns

Former India batting coach, Sanjay Bangar, has highlighted Hardik Pandya as a unique talent in the national T20 setup, crediting his ability to contribute both as a specialist batsman and bowler.

Pandya, returning from a quadricep injury after two months, is set to play against South Africa in an upcoming ODI series in Cuttack.

Bangar stresses the importance of managing Pandya’s workload to ensure his fitness before the World Cup.

Bangar also nodded to Shubman Gill’s development as a Test captain and the selection debate between Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma, emphasizing Sharma’s adaptability in lower order positions.

(With inputs from agencies.)