Hardik Pandya Reacts As Ankle Injury Rules Him Out For Remainder Of Cricket World Cup

Team India suffered a huge blow on Saturday as star all-rounder and vice-captain Hardik Pandya was ruled out for the remainder of the ongoing Cricket World Cup, owing to an ankle injury. Hardik had injured his left ankle while bowling during unbeaten tournament hosts India's World Cup win against Bangladesh in Pune on October 19. The 30-year-old said it was "tough to digest" that he would no longer be part of the team for the tournament. However, Hardik said he'll be cheering for the team, adding that every player will make India proud at this World Cup.

"Tough to digest the fact that I will miss out on the remaining part of the World Cup. I will be with the team, in spirit, cheering them on every ball of every game. Thanks for all the wishes, the love, and the support has been incredible. This team is special and I'm sure we'll make everyone proud. Love, always, HP," Hardik Pandya wrote on X.

Tough to digest the fact that I will miss out on the remaining part of the World Cup. I'll be with the team, in spirit, cheering them on every ball of every game. Thanks for all the wishes, the love, and the support has been incredible. This team is special and I'm sure we'll... pic.twitter.com/b05BKW0FgL

During India's 7-wicket victory against Bangladesh, Hardik sustained an injury to his left ankle and uncertainty was building around his availability for the upcoming matches. However, on Saturday, his exclusion from the squad was confirmed.

Pandya's place in the squad will be taken by Prasidh Krishna, the fast bowler who was added to the playing group after being approved by the tournament's Event Technical Committee on Saturday.

Currently, India are in their top form at the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. Rohit Sharma's side are