Team India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has officially started preparing for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa. After recovering from injury, the star cricketer is back in the nets, batting and bowling with full intensity. His latest training video has gone viral, showing that he is gearing up not just for a comeback — but for a redemption battle.
A Fresh Start After Injury
Hardik had been out of action for a while due to injury, but his recent social media post confirmed that he is fully fit again. He has returned to outdoor training and is working hard both in the gym and on the pitch.
Team India has not announced the squad yet, but Hardik’s preparation suggests that he is eyeing a spot in the ODI and T20 series.
Hardik Poor Record vs South Africa
Despite being one of India top all-rounders, Hardik’s performance against South Africa has been surprisingly below expectations.
In 24 white-ball matches (8 ODIs, 16 T20Is):
- Total Runs: 272
- Highest Score in ODIs: 15*
- Highest Score in T20Is: 46
- Total Wickets: 16 (5 in ODIs, 11 in T20Is)
- No fifty or hundred in any format
These numbers clearly show why Hardik wants to change the story this time.
For Hardik, this series is not just about returning from injury — it’s about proving a point. He knows that his past record against South Africa does not reflect his real ability. With fresh energy and focused training, he is determined to deliver big performances with both bat and ball.
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India vs South Africa: Full Schedule
- ODI Series: Starts 30 November 2025
- T20 Series: Starts 9 December 2025
Before that, both nations will play a two-match Test series.
Hardik Pandya’s return will be closely watched, and fans will be eager to see whether he finally settles his 24-match score against South Africa.
