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Hardik Pandya set to feature in domestics: Will represent Baroda ahead of International comeback
Before marking his return to international cricket following a quadricep injury, Hardik Pandya is going to represent Baroda in SMAT.
Last Updated on - November 20, 2025 8:59 AM IST
India’s superstar white-ball allrounder Hardik Pandya is reported to feature for Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025 in order to prove his fitness before marking his return to international cricket. The 32-year-old is currently recovering from a quadriceps injury which he sustained during the Asia Cup 2025.
Press Trust of India (PTI) has reported that Hardik Pandya is going to first prove his match fitness as he plays for Baroda in the SMAT, and he would then play the T20I series against South Africa and New Zealand. The T20Is vs Proteas will begin December 9.
The report has also stated that Hardik Pandya will not feature in the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, which is going to begin November 30 in Ranchi. Apart from Pandya, pacer Jasprit Bumrah will also miss the ODI series for workload management.
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The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is scheduled to begin November 26, and Baroda is going to face Bengal in their opening clash. Hardik Pandya will play for Baroda this year, and it is worth noting that Pandya last played a domestic match in 2024- which was the same tournament and same team.