Hardik Pandya gets all-clear for ODI return; bowls full quota at Centre of Excellence
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya has been cleared for a return to ODI cricket after successfully completing fitness assessments at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. He is expected to join the squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan.
Why it matters
Pandya's return is significant for the Indian national cricket team's tactical balance in white-ball formats.
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is fully fit and has been cleared by the Sports Science team of BCCI s Centre of Excellence to participate in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan starting on Sunday (June 14/, 2026) in Dharamsala.
Straightforward sports reporting based on official fitness updates.
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