Suresh Raina emphasizes the importance of identifying a reliable backup for Hardik Pandya as India begins its 2027 ODI World Cup preparations with a series against Afghanistan.
India's dependency on Hardik was clearly visible during the 2023 ODI World Cup (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)
Jun 12, 2026
01:39 pm
What's the storyFormer Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has raised concerns over the fitness of all-rounder Hardik Pandya and his role in India's 2027 ODI World Cup plans.
Speaking on JioStar's 'Follow the Blues,' Raina stressed that finding a reliable backup for the injury-prone player should be a top priority for team management.
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