Hardik Pandya injury update! All-rounder to join Team India ahead of Sri Lanka game but...

When will Hardik Pandya return?

This has been the most asked question by Indian fans ever since the all-rounder limped off the field during India's ODI World Cup 2023 game against Bangladesh on October 19 in Pune.

Interestingly, Hardik will join Team India ahead of their clash against Sri Lanka on November 2.

'Pandya, who is presently recuperating at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, will join the team in Mumbai,' a reliable source told TOI.

However, he is not likely to play just yet and is expected to return around the Semifinals.

'Right now, we can’t be sure if he will play against Sri Lanka, but he’s slated to join the team.' the source added.

Hardik damaged ligaments in his left ankle and has already missed two games - against New Zealand and England.