Former Indian batsmen Mohammad Kaif you have raised concerns Hardik PandyaIt’s a recurring challenge, questioning the uncertainty surrounding the all-rounder’s injury and admitting to doubting whether he would still be part of India’s plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.Hardik he recently missed the ODI series against Afghanistan due to injury and has also been ruled out of India’s upcoming 50-over series against England in July. Her absence also sparked discussions about long-term health, a topic Kaif believes has not been adequately addressed.Speaking on his YouTube channel, Kaif acknowledged Hardik’s immense importance to the Indian team and described him as an irreplaceable asset in the current setup. However, he admitted that the Baroda star’s injury history makes it difficult to predict when he can continue at the highest level.“I can’t take his confirmation. Although I don’t understand his case. He is very successful. No one is close to him as a rounder at the moment. He also knows this. But his body is weak. He was injured in 2023, and after that it was not the same. There is no talk about his injury and any proper reasons are given, even if you know what is being said. We only know through sources,” he said.Kaif also criticized the lack of communication regarding Hardik’s fitness, saying that his supporters should show up whenever the senior actor is not available.“The fans also have a right to know what has happened, and we need transparency. This has been the case with Hardik throughout his career. There are always questions about his injury, what happened and why he is missing,” he added.While discussing India’s ODI squad, Kaif also shed some light Yashasvi Jaiswal‘The absence of the England team in the series. The young opener strengthened his case with a century in the last ODI against Afghanistan but was still left out of the 15-man squad.Kaif agreed with the decision of the selectors Ishan Kishan rather, it refers to the batsman-wicketkeeper’s versatility and ability to contribute in multiple roles. He said that Kishan has the current form and support from the head coach Gautam Gambhir worked on his behalf.“Jaiswal will play. He will be an all-round player. His time will come again. Agarkar said that he can only pick 15 players, and I agree with him. We have very strong players, and few people will always miss out. He had to choose Jaiswal or Ishan Kishan. Kishan was shaken because he can bat between them like a regular Kishan-wicket pipe. Also, Gambhir wants Kishan to be there. That love is there too. I said this last time. The look is good too, so I agree with the call. Jaiswal will wait a bit,” Kaif said.Despite missing the event, Kaif remains confident that Jaiswal’s future lies in all three Indian races. Meanwhile, the youngster will have to remain patient as the race for places continues for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
