Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma get all-clear for ODI return from Centre of Excellence

Indian cricketers Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma have been cleared by the BCCI's Centre of Excellence to return for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. Both players underwent fitness assessments following recent injury concerns.
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The availability of star players is crucial for national team performance and fan engagement in high-profile cricket series.
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and senior batter Rohit Sharma have 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.
The article reports on sports fitness updates based on official sources.
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