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All-rounder Hardik Pandya will miss India's limited overs home series against Australia, their last before this year's World Cup, with lower back stiffness.
Television actress Krystle D'Souza had been trolled after she shared a picture alongside Pandya on social media.
The Baroda all-rounder's injury in the Asia Cup paved the way for Jadeja's return to the ODI squad, while his controversial remarks on a TV chat show resulted in Shankar getting a chance to prove his worth in the shorter format of the game.
The Ombudsman, who is also the BCCI's ad-hoc Ethics Officer, made it clear that for the matter to reach its logical conclusion, the duo needs to depose.
Pandya was back at his best for the Mumbai Indians on Wednesday, smashing an unbeaten 25 off eight deliveries and then picking up 3/20 with the ball to help his team beat defending champions Chennai Super Kings by 37 runs in the IPL.
No further action will be taken against Pandya and Rahul, who have already served a provisional suspension and tendered an unconditional apology for their loose comments on women.
As per information received, Hardik is likely to be out of action for a minimum period of 3-4 months and is expected to be match-fit before the Indian Premier League.
Pandya last featured in the three-match T20I series against South Africa where he aggravated his injury.
Insisting that fitness is key to success for an all-rounder, Shivam said he is confident about his bowling skills.
Rahul interacted with Pandya after India's 67-run win over West Indies in the series decider at the Wankhede.
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