Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Ex-Cricketer Feels India Missing Hardik Pandya in Tests
Former cricketer Craig McMillan thinks the Indian cricket team could use Hardik Pandya, a player who can both bowl fast and bat well, especially in games outside of India.
Pandya hasn't played a Test match in 7 years due to injuries, but he used to play.
McMillan pointed out that for matches in places like England, a fast-bowling all-rounder like Pandya is really helpful.
He also discussed Shubman Gill, the team's new captain, and said he'll get better with more experience.
Pandya has played in 11 test matches, scored 532 runs and took 17 wickets.
Former cricketer Craig McMillan believes India misses Hardik Pandya in Test matches, especially in foreign conditions.
Pandya last played Test cricket for India in 2018 during the England tour.
McMillan noted that India needs fast-bowling all-rounders in countries like New Zealand, Australia, and England.
Pandya has played 11 Tests, scoring 532 runs and taking 17 wickets.
McMillan also commented on Shubman Gill's captaincy, stating he will improve with experience.
- Who
- Craig McMillan, Hardik Pandya, and Shubman Gill.
- What
- Former New Zealand all-rounder Craig McMillan feels India is missing Hardik Pandya in Test cricket.
- When
- The article was published on August 11, 2025.
- Where
- Overseas tours like England, New Zealand, and Australia
- Why
- India needs a fast-bowling all-rounder, which Pandya can provide, in overseas Test matches.
Positive Comments
Current Situation
Team Balance
Positive Comments
McMillan suggests Pandya's absence is felt in overseas tests
Current Situation
The team is adjusting to new players and a new captain.
- Former Cricketer
- Craig McMillan
- Player Mentioned
- Hardik Pandya
- Pandya's Test Matches
- 11
- Pandya's Test Runs
- 532
- Pandya's Test Wickets
- 17
- Last Test Match for Pandya
- India's tour of England in 2018
- Topic
- Analysis of India's cricket team