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'By next World Cup, India must have a backup': Raina on Pandya injuries
Published 11 June 2026 ยท sports
Suresh Raina has urged India to find a dependable backup for all-rounder Hardik Pandya, citing his persistent fitness issues. Pandya's recent injury, ruling him out
Suresh Raina has urged India to find a dependable backup for all-rounder Hardik Pandya, citing his persistent fitness issues. Pandya's recent injury, ruling him out of the Afghanistan series, underscores the team's need for depth in pace-bowling all-rounders ahead of the next ODI World Cup. Identifying and nurturing an alternative is crucial to avoid vulnerability.
Published: June 11, 2026 โข 3:43 PM IST ยท Updated: June 11, 2026 โข 4:31 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Suresh Raina has urged India to find a dependable backup for all-rounder Hardik Pandya, citing his persistent fitness issues.
Pandya's recent injury, ruling him out of the Afghanistan series, underscores the team's need for depth in pace-bowling all-rounders ahead of the next ODI World Cup.
Identifying and nurturing an alternative is crucial to avoid vulnerability.