Hardik Pandya to Return to Test cricket? India All-rounder's Latest Post Leaves Fans Speculating

Hardik Pandya is a proven cricketer when it comes to limited overs format. The India all-rounder has reached an irreplaceable stature over the years and with the skills he possesses, he is often encouraged to take the return path toward the longest format of the game. Pandya did play some Test cricket in the initial phase of his career. However, owing to the hapless injury issues and rising fitness problems, he voluntarily stepped away from donning the white outfit. Nevertheless, the 30-year-old could mark a return soon.

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Fans Speculate Hardik Pandya Can Make His Test Return

Ahead of the start of the 1st Test between India and Bangladesh , Hardik Pandya has posted pictures of his latest training session. Pandya could be seen batting as well as bowling in the stills. But that's just a moot facet of the post. It is the caption that has garnered much attention and has left fans dwelling about whether he is hinting at a possible comeback to the Tests.

"Battle Tested", is the text that Hardik Pandya wrote and with it created rumblings on the internet. The comment section of the post is filled with contemplations about his potential return to Test cricket.

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Hardik Pandya 's Test Career

Pandya won't feature in the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test as the squad for the match has already been announced and his name is not in the roster. Moreover, should he intend to return to international Test cricket, he might have to go through the domestic front and scamper in the Duleep trophy as a dress rehearsal.

In the past, Hardik Pandya has played 11 Test matches for India. With a fair average of 31, he has scored 531 runs in this form of the game and has picked up 17 wickets. He has a century with the bat and a 5-for with the ball for India, both came on foreign soil. Hence, as he is still at the peak of his ability, Hardik Pandya can turn into a real asset for Team India in Tests, specifically against Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.