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Injury scare for India ahead of Asia Cup final showdown with Pakistan

Hardik Pandya, Abhishek Sharma suffer hamstring injuries in match against Sri Lanka
Published 27 Sep, 2025 01:34pm
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The Indian team has run into trouble ahead of its high-stakes clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final tomorrow.

According to media reports, India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel has expressed concerns over the fitness of all-rounder Hardik Pandya and batsman Abhishek Sharma just before the crucial encounter.

The reports indicated that during Friday’s thrilling Super Four stage match against Sri Lanka, both Hardik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma suffered hamstring injuries.

Hardik Pandya reportedly sustained the injury after bowling the first over and left the field.

He remained off the field for the rest of the innings.

On the other hand, Abhishek Sharma was seen holding his right thigh during the 9th over.

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He then walked off the field in the 10th over due to a hamstring issue and did not return during the second half of Sri Lanka’s innings.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed concern over the fitness of both players, stating that their injuries would be assessed.

He added that Abhishek Sharma is likely to play in the final against Pakistan on September 28, while a final decision on Hardik Pandya will be made on Saturday, September 27.

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