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Pandya Out, Kohli Fitness Test Looms for India vs England
20 Jun
Summary
- Hardik Pandya ruled out due to quadriceps injury, missing England ODIs.
- Virat Kohli to undergo a crucial fitness test on June 22 for hamstring issue.
- India, ranked No. 1 in ODIs, faces England who is ranked 8th.
The Indian cricket team is experiencing significant personnel challenges ahead of their July One Day International series against England. All-rounder Hardik Pandya has been definitively ruled out of the series due to a quadriceps injury, impacting India's white-ball strategy. His recovery timeline necessitates a prolonged rehabilitation, making him unavailable for immediate international duty.
All eyes are now on Virat Kohli, who will undertake a vital fitness assessment on June 22 at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. His participation in the ODI series hinges on clearing tests for a recent hamstring issue. Team sources indicate a cautious approach to his comeback, prioritizing long-term fitness.
Historically, India has a strong record against England in ODIs, having won 61 out of 110 encounters. Currently, India holds the No. 1 position in the ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings, while England is ranked eighth. India's recent dominant victory over England in the 2023 Cricket World Cup underscores their current strength in the format, despite these potential player absences.
