<p>His back is not a matter of concern anymore but India's swashbuckling all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Sunday made it clear that he won't resume bowling until at least the ICC T20 World Cup close in on the knockouts.</p>.<p>Hardik was speaking ahead of the T20 showpiece's marquee clash between India and Pakistan here.</p>.<p>"The back is fine, it was jittery, but I won't be bowling for now. I want to be able to bowl eventually, closer to the knockouts. The professionals and I both have to take the call about when I can have a bowl," Hardik said.</p>.<p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup-india-vs-pakistan-live-updates-1043694.html"><strong>For latest updates on India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup, click here</strong></a></p>.<p>Hardik's selection in the World Cup squad has been under scrutiny as the all-rounder has not bowled for a while, but a day before the team's opening match in the tournament, India captain Kohli asserted that he has an important role to play as a finisher.</p>.<p>Kohli said that Hardik looks fit enough to chip in with a couple of overs but he is likely to regain full fitness as the tournament progresses.</p>.<p>The all-rounder, who did not bowl a single over in the second leg of IPL recently, underwent back surgery in the United Kingdom in October 2019.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/cricket-over-my-wife-fans-ready-for-india-pakistan-clash-1043777.html">'Cricket over my wife': Fans ready for India-Pakistan clash</a></strong></p>.<p>Ahead of the much-anticipated game against Pakistan, he said, "I don't like to get too hyped by the situation, and my family make sure of that too. I stay away from social media because you do get excited and get the vibes.</p>.<p>"It's simple, and we leave emotions out of the way, and keep things professional. We make sure we tick the right boxes, and do the processes right."</p>.<p><strong>Watch the latest DH Videos here:</strong></p>
<p>His back is not a matter of concern anymore but India's swashbuckling all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Sunday made it clear that he won't resume bowling until at least the ICC T20 World Cup close in on the knockouts.</p>.<p>Hardik was speaking ahead of the T20 showpiece's marquee clash between India and Pakistan here.</p>.<p>"The back is fine, it was jittery, but I won't be bowling for now. I want to be able to bowl eventually, closer to the knockouts. The professionals and I both have to take the call about when I can have a bowl," Hardik said.</p>.<p><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup-india-vs-pakistan-live-updates-1043694.html"><strong>For latest updates on India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup, click here</strong></a></p>.<p>Hardik's selection in the World Cup squad has been under scrutiny as the all-rounder has not bowled for a while, but a day before the team's opening match in the tournament, India captain Kohli asserted that he has an important role to play as a finisher.</p>.<p>Kohli said that Hardik looks fit enough to chip in with a couple of overs but he is likely to regain full fitness as the tournament progresses.</p>.<p>The all-rounder, who did not bowl a single over in the second leg of IPL recently, underwent back surgery in the United Kingdom in October 2019.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/cricket/cricket-over-my-wife-fans-ready-for-india-pakistan-clash-1043777.html">'Cricket over my wife': Fans ready for India-Pakistan clash</a></strong></p>.<p>Ahead of the much-anticipated game against Pakistan, he said, "I don't like to get too hyped by the situation, and my family make sure of that too. I stay away from social media because you do get excited and get the vibes.</p>.<p>"It's simple, and we leave emotions out of the way, and keep things professional. We make sure we tick the right boxes, and do the processes right."</p>.<p><strong>Watch the latest DH Videos here:</strong></p>