India, Aug. 31 -- India could receive a timely boost ahead of their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan, with all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy reportedly declared fit and available for selection. Both players have been training at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru as they work towards a return to international cricket. Washington Sundar is also nearing the required clearances, with the series scheduled to begin on September 13 in Delhi.

The senior selection committee is expected to finalise India's squad this week. Pandya is closing in on a return after a five-month absence following recent fitness issues, while Reddy has also recovered and is available for selection. Sundar's clearance remains the final...