Parthiv Patel Backs Hardik Pandya To Return In Tests

Patel Believes Pandya's All-Round Ability Could Be An Asset

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel has backed all-rounder Hardik Pandya to make a comeback to the Test side. Pandya has not played a Test match since 2018 but has been in impressive form in white-ball cricket in recent months. Patel believes Pandya's all-round ability could be an asset to the Indian team in the longest format of the game.

Pandya's Impressive Form In White-Ball Cricket

Pandya has been in excellent form in white-ball cricket since returning from a back injury last year. He was one of India's standout performers in the 2023 Cricket World Cup, scoring 276 runs and taking 11 wickets. He has also been in good form in the Indian Premier League (IPL), captaining the Gujarat Titans to the title in 2022.

Pandya's All-Round Ability Could Be An Asset In Tests

Pandya is a genuine all-rounder who can bat, bowl, and field. He is a powerful hitter who can clear the boundary with ease. He is also a useful medium-pace bowler who can swing the ball both ways. In addition, Pandya is a good fielder who can take catches in the outfield and save runs in the field.

Patel believes Pandya's all-round ability could be an asset to the Indian team in Tests. He said, "Hardik Pandya is a world-class all-rounder. He can bat, bowl, and field. He is a match-winner. I think he should be in the Test team. He can add a lot of value to the team."