Former Pakistani goalkeeper Kamran Akmal Ahead of 2025, India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been praised Champions Cup. From February 19, the ICC event will be held in Pakistan and Dubai.
Speaking to Catch and Bat with Kamran Akmal on his YouTube channel, the 43-year-old said Pandyan is India's most important player. Stating that he is a favorite of the 31-year-old football player, Akmal said that the Indian team is incomplete without him.
The former Pakistan cricketer also hailed Hardik Pandya for his ability to contribute in both departments and finish games for the country.
“India's key player is Hardik Pandya, the playing XI without him is incomplete. He is my favorite player, he impresses with bat and ball. He also finishes games,” Kamran said (via Times of India). ).
Pandyan's all-round ability to hit crucial shots with the ball, coupled with his hard hitting with the bat, adds to the balance of the Indian team in the white-ball formation. His role will be crucial in the upcoming Champions Trophy as the Men in Blue aim for another ICC triumph.
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina Recently, he also talked about the importance of Hardik in the team. Talkative Star Sports Press RoomRaina said that the Indian all-rounder will play the most important role in the Champions Trophy.
“The most important role will be Hardik Pandya – whenever and if he plays in tandem with Kuldeep Yadav,” Raina said.
Hardik Pandya is in India's squad for the white-ball series against England
Hardik Pandya has been named in India's squad for the white-ball series against England. Before the Champions Trophy, the Men in Blue host England in a five-match T20I and three-match ODI series. Pandya is a part of both teams.
Although he last played in a T20I match in November 2024, his last ODI appearance was during the 2023 World Cup.
The star will want to use the matches against England to get fully fit and prepare for the Champions Cup. He played an important role in the 2023 World Cup in which India reached the final and also in 2024. T20 World Cupwhat they earned.
A fast bowling all-rounder, Pandya's performance will be crucial for India's chances in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Edited by Parag Jain