Hhelik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma injured? Bowling Morkel coach shares the update after the shock of Ind VS SL Asia Cup 2025
India team survived a meeting against nails against Sri Lanka in Dubai, winning the victory in a Great to extend their undefeated race in the Asia Cup 2025. After the two teams have published identical scores of 202/5 in their 20 Overs allocated, Arshdeep Singh Delivered under pressure, conceding only two points in the Super to seal the victory. With the result, the men in blue reserved their place in the long -awaited final against Pakistan September 28.
Concerns for injuries for Hherik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma before the final
Despite the victory, India ended up with injury problems that could have an impact on their preparation for the confrontation at the top. Hardy PandyaWho opened the bowling alley for India, played only one before leaving the field. Later in the sleeves, young versatile Abhishek Sharma also had to leave the field after 9.2 overs, while Tilak Was seen a box after an awkward attempt to take a catch. These developments have raised questions about the Indian team’s fitness a few days before their biggest tournament challenge.
In particular, the early departure of Hardik after the bowling alley, only six deliveries were a disturbing show for Indian fans. Known for its ability to deliver in major matches, the presence of the versatile will be crucial in the final against Pakistan. Abhishek, meanwhile, continued his rich form of shape with the bat, breaking a Quickfire 61 out of 31 deliveries. His aggressive blow set the tone to the sleeves of India, but his absence on the field later raised the eyebrows. Interesting, when the super end arrived, it was Shubman gill and skipper Suryakumar Yadav Who went out to beat India, Abhishek not participating in the crucial phase.
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Morkel provides a fitness update on Hhelik and Abhishek
Addressing the situation at the post-match press conference, Bowling coach in India Morkel Morkel provided clarity. He explained that the Hardik state would be closely monitored overnight and re -assess the next morning before a final decision was made on his availability for the final. On the other hand, Abhishek was declared in good shape, without major concerns. Morkel stressed that the two players did not face serious injuries but were only troubled by cramps, a common problem in high intensity games played in wet conditions.
“Hardik, I know that we will evaluate in a way tonight and tomorrow morning and we will make a call. Abhishek is fine. The two fought with cramps. said Morkel.
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