A picture of Hardik Pandya bowling with the red ball triggered the speculations over his potential Test comeback.

Fast-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya has not played Test cricket in six years and is unlikely to return to the red-ball format considering his history with injuries.

Parthiv Patel has clarified that Hardik Pandya is unlikely to return to Test cricket due to physical limitations. Although Hardik was seen practicing with a red ball, he hasn't played a first-class match since December 2018 and missed this year's Duleep Trophy.

Ace India allrounder Hardik Pandya has become a white-ball specialist over time and hasn't played any red-ball cricket for India over the last six years. His body is presumed to be not suited for the stress that it might undergo for five days of Test cricket.