Hardik Pandya Fit To Play Against South Africa In T20I Series, All-Rounder Returns After 42 Days Rehab
India's white-ball all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to make a comeback to competitive cricket, following a successful 42-day rehabilitation program at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CeO) in Bengaluru. The 32-year-old has been granted Return to Play (RTP) clearance, paving the way for his return to the Indian cricket team.
Pandya is scheduled to leave the CeO today, November 9, and will rejoin the Baroda squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in Hyderabad. This development is a significant boost for the Indian team, which is set to face South Africa in a T20I series soon.
The all-rounder has been dealing with a long-standing back injury, which has kept him out of action for several months. However, after undergoing a rigorous rehabilitation program, Pandya has shown significant improvement and is now deemed fit to return to competitive cricket.
The Indian team has been missing Pandya's services, particularly in the T20 format, where his all-round abilities are crucial. His return is expected to boost the team's morale and provide a much-needed boost to their bowling and batting line-up.
While the exact date of Pandya's return to the Indian team is not yet confirmed, his rejoining the Baroda squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is a significant step towards his comeback. The Indian team's management will closely monitor his progress and decide on his inclusion in the squad for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa.
