Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya’s impressive performance in the first T20I against Bangladesh has sparked discussions about his progress. While Pandya’s 39-run knock and 1/26 bowling figures earned him praise, former India fast bowler RP Singh believes Bangladesh may not be the ideal benchmark to assess his form.
Singh emphasized that Bangladesh’s current form is not at the highest level, making it difficult to accurately gauge Pandya’s progress. He suggested that a better assessment could be made against stronger opposition or in more competitive tournaments.
Despite his reservations about using Bangladesh as a measure, Singh acknowledged Pandya’s capabilities and praised his ability to contribute with both bat and ball. He highlighted Pandya’s consistent bowling of four overs as a positive sign for the Indian team.
Singh cautioned against overexcitement based solely on Pandya’s performance against Bangladesh, emphasizing that tougher tests lie ahead. He believes that Pandya’s true form will be revealed in more challenging matches.
Pandya’s performance has been a topic of discussion since his return from injury. His ability to bowl his full quota of overs and contribute with the bat has been seen as a significant improvement in his fitness and overall game.
However, Singh’s comments serve as a reminder that while Pandya’s performance against Bangladesh is encouraging, it should not be taken as a definitive measure of his progress. Only time and tougher opposition will truly reveal the extent of his recovery and his ability to perform at the highest level.
