At the ICC Cricket World Cup match between India and Bangladesh on Thursday at Pune’s MCA Stadium, all-rounder Hardik Pandya injured himself and left the field, which was a terrible development for the Indian team. Bangladesh got off to a strong start in the game between India and Bangladesh. In the ninth over, when Pandya was about to bowl his first over of the match, Litton Das hit consecutive fours off the second and third deliveries.
While attempting to stop the second four, Pandya tried to use his right leg to stop the ball but slipped and twisted his ankle. He appeared to be in pain and got some treatment on his left leg and his ankle was taped. Pandya had a small practice run but did not look good and had to be taken off the field.
Star batter Virat Kohli, who normally rarely bowls no matter what format, completed the rest of the over for Pandya.
As a pace-bowling all-rounder who assists the pace trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, and Shardul Thakur with some of his own overs while also picking up significant wickets, Hardik’s fitness is absolutely essential for India’s World Cup chances. Pandya, who bats at position six, has the ability to lead an inning and occasionally hit for power, depending on the circumstance. Through their X (previously Twitter) account, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) later provided updates to the fans regarding Pandya.