TimesofIndia.com at Milanpur: Hardik Pandya He is scheduled to be ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to a leg sprain. It is understood that the premier all-rounder was at peak fitness and had been training hard at the BCCI Center of Excellence since June 2. He was supposed to link up with the Shubman Gill-led team in Dharamsala on June 11 but the late setback will keep him in Bengaluru for at least two weeks.“A very late setback. He suffered a low-grade, mild leg sprain which has caused some tenderness. It is not long-term, but the medical staff has advised him to avoid any strain or weight-bearing for the next few days. Hardik will remain in Bengaluru in consultation with CoE physios and trainers.”It remains to be seen whether the think tank names a replacement for the 32-year-old who was all set to return to the format after more than a year. The team management has already been informed. Some members of the ODI squad are scheduled to join the team in Mohali on Wednesday and will have an optional training session at the IS Bandra Stadium before leaving for Dharamsala on Thursday.
