In a big blow to India, reports state that Hardik could miss the next two World Cup games

Hardik already missed the New Zealand game due to the ankle injury he suffered vs Bangladesh

As per reports, Hardik has not recovered enough and need more time to get fit

Hardik is important to team because he offers the sixth bowling option to the side

A BCCI source also said that Hardik could miss three matches, vs ENG, SL and SA

He is now expected to join the team in Mumbai or Kolkata ahead of SL or SA match

In his absence, Mohammed Shami is expected to get a long run after a fifer vs NZ

Suryakumar Yadav could also expect to get a few more games as India look to balance the side

Shardul Thakur meanwhile is expected to sit out in the next two or three matches