Hardik took Mahika’s name after the match (Photo: PTI)
Hardik Pandya-Mahika Sharma: In the first T20 played in Cuttack, Hardik Pandya stood as a wall between India and South Africa. He first made South Africa helpless with the bat and then took a big wicket of David Miller with the ball. Hardik Pandya showed with his all-round game against South Africa why he is so important for Team India in white ball cricket. In Cuttack, after explaining her importance to the team, Hardik also made special mention of his partner Mahika Sharma.
All-rounder Pandya dominates India’s victory
For Team India, who was batting first, Hardik Pandya’s feet landed on the crease of Cuttack at a time when it was in trouble. Half the team had returned to the dugout. In such a situation, Pandya rained runs by coming at number six. Playing at a strike rate of 210.71, he scored unbeaten 59 runs in just 28 balls. That explosive innings of Pandya included 4 sixes and 6 fours.
After creating havoc with the bat, all-rounder Pandya also did wonders with the ball. He took 1 wicket for 16 runs in 2 overs and that wicket belonged to David Miller. Due to this unmatched performance with bat and ball, Hardik Pandya was chosen Player of the Match.
What goes on in Hardik’s mind?
After becoming the hero of the match against South Africa, Hardik Pandya told about the mindset behind his game. Regarding his mindset, Pandya said that his intention is to become stronger and better with every match. He told that every time he comes out to bat, he comes out thinking that the fans are sitting in the stadium just waiting to see his batting.
Said this about Mahika
Referring to his partner Mahika Sharma, Hardik Pandya said that I would like to talk about her especially. Ever since she came into my life, everything is going well for me.