Why is Hardik Pandya not playing in IND vs NZ 1st ODI today?
India began the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara without Hardik Pandya, raising questions among fans. All-rounder Pandya was not selected as the CoE did not clear him to bowl 10 overs. With the T20 World Cup 2026 nearing, the BCCI is prioritising his fitness and long-term workload management.
India began the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara without Hardik Pandya, raising questions among fans. All-rounder Pandya was not selected as the CoE did not clear him to bowl 10 overs. With the T20 World Cup 2026 nearing, the BCCI is prioritising his fitness and long-term workload management.
