Gavaskar on Hardik fitness: Sunil Gavaskar worried about Hardik not bowling

But he was not seen with the ball at all in IPL. In this context, Sunny said, ‘Hardik’s non-balling is a big blow to Team India as well. He has been taken in the World Cup squad as an all-rounder. If a cricketer batting at number six or seven does not bowl, it becomes difficult for the captain to handle. The balance of the party is also lost. Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan of Mumbai Indians who are in T20 World Cup squad are not in form at all.

Both made their debut in international cricket this year. Surya has 235 runs in 13 matches. Maximum runs 56. Ishan got a big run after eight matches. An impeccable half-century against Rajasthan will restore his confidence. According to Gavaskar, ‘Expectations are high from them. But after debuting for India, both of them turned heads. Which is not desirable at all. They have a long way to go. So the opportunity should not be wasted.’

Gavaskar made it clear that Surya-Ishan should focus on shot selection. His advice, ‘Sometimes self-criticism is needed. They also need to be careful in their shot selection. They are getting out quickly while playing wrong shots.’ Sunil Gavaskar feels there is no room to question Hardik Pandya’s ability.

He is India’s biggest hope when it comes to hitting big shots. You can organize the innings with responsibility. But Team India needs him with the ball as well. Now let’s see that maybe Hardik Pandya is not taking the risk of bowling in IPL because he will be bowled in T20 World Cup. Only time will tell the answer.