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Hardik Pandya set to feature in SMAT for Baroda, likely to return in Indian squad for T20 series against Proteas

December 2, 2025

Hardik Pandya is set to return to competitive cricket for India in the upcoming T20I series against South Africa, starting December 9, after being cleared to bowl following successful rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. He will first play for Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy to assess his fitness before the national squad announcement.

Hardik Pandya set to feature in SMAT for Baroda, likely to return in Indian squad for T20 series against Proteas

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Key Highlights

Hardik Pandya has been cleared to bowl after completing rehabilitation at BCCI's Centre of Excellence.
He is expected to play for Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on December 2.
Pandya's last appearance for India was during the Asia Cup on September 26.
The T20I series against South Africa starts on December 9.
BCCI selectors will monitor Pandya's performance closely for the squad announcement.

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Hardik Pandya set to feature in SMAT for Baroda, likely to return in Indian squad for T20 series against Proteas

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