Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Hardik Pandya Included in India A Squad for Australia A
Hardik Pandya has been chosen for India A’s one-day matches against Australia A. The three matches will start on October 6 in Pondicherry.
He still needs to pass a fitness test before he can play.
Pandya has been recovering from a leg injury and earlier back spasms.
He has been training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
His last competitive match was for Mumbai Indians on May 24.
These matches may help him return to the 50-over format.
India is also considering him for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Hardik Pandya has been included in India A’s squad for three one-dayers against Australia A.
The matches are scheduled to begin on October 6 in Pondicherry.
Pandya must pass a fitness test before being confirmed to play.
He has been recovering at the BCCI Centre of Excellence from a leg strain following back spasms.
The games could help Pandya regain rhythm as India considers him for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- Who
- Hardik Pandya and the India A squad will face Australia A.
- What
- Pandya has been included in the squad for three one-day matches, subject to a fitness test.
- When
- The series is scheduled to begin on October 6.
- Where
- The matches will be played in Pondicherry.
- Why
- The games are intended to help Pandya regain match rhythm and could support his return to India’s ODI plans.
- Player
- Hardik Pandya
- Series
- India A versus Australia A one-dayers
- Schedule
- Three matches beginning October 6
- Location
- Pondicherry
- Fitness status
- Pandya must pass a fitness test before playing
- Recent competitive appearance
- May 24 for Mumbai Indians against Rajasthan Royals
- Injury recovery
- He has been recovering from a leg strain sustained after back spasms
- World Cup relevance
- India is considering Pandya for the 2027 ODI World Cup