India, Sept. 1 -- Hardik Pandya's much-anticipated return to international cricket has hit another setback after the India all-rounder suffered a late leg niggle during his rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Pandya had been progressing well and ticking the right boxes in his recovery, but the latest issue has now raised doubts over his availability for India's upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan.

The selectors are expected to meet this week to finalise the squad for the series, which begins on September 13 in New Delhi. They will also receive updates on the fitness of players undergoing rehabilitation in Bengaluru, with Pandya's latest setback potentially putting his selection in doubt.

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