Bumrah, Hardik to Miss NZ ODIs for T20 WC Prep; Youngsters Eye Chance

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News18•29-12-2025, 09:55
Bumrah, Hardik to Miss NZ ODIs for T20 WC Prep; Youngsters Eye Chance
- •Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya likely to be rested from the New Zealand ODI series, alongside Rishabh Pant.
- •Decision aims to manage their fitness for continuous matches and upcoming major tournaments, especially the T20 World Cup.
- •Cricbuzz reported the potential exclusion of star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Hardik Pandya.
- •Absence of these senior players creates a significant opportunity for young talent to showcase their skills.
- •Team management plans to give new bowlers a chance to build backup before the T20 World Cup; Harshit Rana might get a look-in.
Why It Matters: Bumrah and Hardik to be rested from NZ ODIs for T20 World Cup fitness, opening doors for youth.
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