List of Series' Hardik Pandya Has Missed Due to Injury Since 2023 ODI World Cup
Hardik Pandya has once again missed out on the West Indies ODI and T20I series as he continues his recovery from injury. Check his injury issues and the series he has missed due to injuries since the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Hardik Pandya’s absence from ODI cricket has become a point of discussion on social media. In the recently announced Indian squad for the West Indies, Hardik Pandya missed out on both the T20 and ODI squads due to his recovery from injury.
Hardik is currently dealing with a quadriceps injury, calf strain and subsequent leg injuries. He was last seen in professional cricket during the IPL in May 2026 with Mumbai Indians. Since then, he has been out of the field and his continued absence has become a concern for the Indian team.
In this article, we will look at Hardik Pandya’s injury issues and the series he has missed due to injury.
Which Injuries Have Frequently Occurred to Hardik Pandya?
Hardik Pandya’s career has been a long one, marked by injuries. However, since the 2023 ODI World Cup, he has been away from the Indian setup for long periods. He did play in the 2025 Champions Trophy, where India won the title but recurring injuries have continued to be a concern.
1. Left Ankle Ligament Tear and Microfracture
This injury took place in October 2023 during the ODI World Cup in a match against Bangladesh. Hardik Pandya was trying to field a ball while bowling when he suddenly appeared to be in extreme pain. He was taken off the field and eventually ruled out of the tournament as well.
The injury kept him out of play for almost 5 months and was a major setback for India during the World Cup.
2. Recurring Lower Back Spasms
Hardik Pandya underwent major back surgery in 2019 and the problem has reoccurred once again. He has experienced stiffness in the back and spasms earlier this year in Indian Premier League. These issues have also affected his availability, including during the latter part of the IPL 2026 season.
3. Quadriceps Strain
The quadriceps is the upper thigh and front leg muscle. Hardik Pandya suffered a quadriceps strain during high intensity fitness training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru in June.
It was a standard muscle pull caused by the high level of exertion and explosive movements involved in fast bowling. This injury became another setback for Hardik Pandya as he continued his recovery.
Complete List of Series Hardik Pandya Has Missed Due to Injury (Since 2023)
| Month & Year | Series / Tournament | Format | Primary Reason |
| Oct – Nov 2023 | 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup (Matches 5 to Final) | ODI | Left Ankle Ligament Tear & Micro-Fracture: Twisted foot attempting to field off his own bowling vs Bangladesh. |
| Nov – Dec 2023 | Australia Tour of India | T20I | Ankle Injury Rehabilitation: Undergoing recovery protocols at the Centre of Excellence (CoE). |
| Dec 2023 – Jan 2024 | India Tour of South Africa | T20I & ODI | Ankle Injury Rehabilitation: Ruled out of the entire white-ball leg. |
| Jan 2024 | Afghanistan Tour of India | T20I | Ankle Injury Rehabilitation: Continued recovery process ahead of IPL 2024. |
| Aug 2024 | India Tour of Sri Lanka | ODI | Personal Reasons / Workload Management: Opted out of the 3-match ODI series. |
| Feb 2025 | England Tour of India | ODI | Workload & Fitness Management: Omitted to manage bowling workload ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. |
| Sep 2025 | 2025 Asia Cup Final (vs Pakistan) | T20I | Left Quadriceps Strain: Suffered thigh muscle strain during the Super 4 stage vs Sri Lanka. |
| Oct 2025 | India Tour of Australia | ODI | Quadriceps Injury Rehabilitation: Ruled out of the 3-match ODI series in Australia. |
| Nov 2025 | South Africa Tour of India | ODI | Injury Rehabilitation: Left out of the 3-match ODI leg to preserve fitness for T20Is. |
| May 2026 | IPL 2026 (Group Stage) | T20 | Lower-Back Spasms: Sat out 4 group matches for Mumbai Indians due to spinal strain. |
| June 2026 | Afghanistan Tour of India | ODI | Quadriceps Strain: Suffered a thigh strain during CoE fitness assessments in Bengaluru. |
| July 2026 | India Tour of England | ODI & T20I | Quadriceps Injury Rehabilitation: Missed the white-ball tour due to ongoing thigh recovery. |
| July 2026 | India Tour of Ireland | T20I | Leg/Quad Rehabilitation: Ruled out during ongoing lower-limb conditioning. |
| Aug 2026 | India Tour of Zimbabwe | T20I | Rehabilitation & Workload Management: Extended rest to avoid risking leg recovery. |
| Sep 2026 | Afghanistan Series in India (Friendship Cup) | T20I | Leg Niggle Setback: Suffered minor leg discomfort during final bowling drills at the CoE. |
| Sep – Oct 2026 | West Indies Tour of India | ODI & T20I | Building 50-over Workload: Omitted from senior team to play India A vs Australia A fixtures. |
Despite this, India must take a careful approach towards Hardik Pandya as the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 is next year and Hardik’s presence could make a serious difference. Despite all the injury concerns, he could make a comeback and have a big impact for India next year.
Varun Verma is an education and sports journalist with over three years of experience in journalism, with a strong focus on cricket . He has previously worked with SportsYaari and CricketTimes.com, where he developed a strong news sense and a knack for storytelling while covering breaking news and major sporting events. He holds a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi. Beyond sports, his interests include geopolitics, Indian polity and government policies. Inspired by the grit and passion of Ben Stokes, he strives to bring the same depth in his life.
For inquiries or professional insights, you can reach him directly at varun.verma@jagrannewmedia.com
-1789648512335_t.webp)
