The former Indian cricket player Yograj Singh raised concerns concerning the fitness of Hherik Pandya before the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Yograj said that the Indian versatile could have undergone a knee injury during the four-titles victory over Australia in the semi-final in Dubai on March 4.
Hardy Pandya played a crucial camée in the continuation of the pursuit of 264 at the Dubai International Stadium. He came to the fold at n ° 7 when India needed 40 points on 42 balls. The versatile shifted the momentum in favor of India by breaking two six of the Fila from the left arm Adam Zampa in the 47th.
Hherik Pandya’s knee was twisted – Yograj Singh drops Bombshell
Yograj Singh said Hhelik Pandya twisted his knee during the semi-final against Australia, but continued to play through pain. Addressing Ani, Yograj said that cricket is a religion in India and urged fans to support players during difficult times.
“Cricket is a religion in our country. When these players, who give their blood and sweat for us, when they fall, take them, when they feel sad, console them, when they cannot walk, then lift them on your shoulders,” Yograj told Ani.
“Hardik’s knee was twisted. But he has marked a few and defended his country. People should learn. He was run. People should be positive, regardless of victory or loss. If you continue to speak of a player, he goes down forever,” he added.
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Hardik scored 28 points out of 24 balls, including three six and one four. He was dismissed in the 48th, but Kl Rahul sealed the victory with a six. The team led by Rohit Sharma finished the pursuit with 11 balls to lose. They also obtained a place in the final for the third consecutive period of the Champions Trophy.
The versatile showed no signs of discomfort during the match. The BCCI did not publish any official declaration concerning its physical condition, and head coach Gautam Gambhir did not speak of the issue during his post-match press conference. Hardy Pandya should appear in the final in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.
Yograj Singh calls Virat Kohli a winner after half a century vs Australia
Yograj Singh congratulated Virat Kohli for his crucial shot of 84 but was disappointed that the striker missed a second century in the tournament. The veteran cricket player said Kohli was a proven match winner and should have finished the match.
“Virat is winner of the match. But I feel sad because this blow was not necessary. He should have finished the match. He is like a son for me. He could have made a century and having lost India, it would have been wasted,” said Yograj.
“He has changed the game today. I would like to say that to people who criticize Virat, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, whom they should stop, become the support of your child in order to continue to progress.”
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