New Delhi: Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to be a vital player for India in the Asia Cup 2025. His all-round abilities bring a balance to the side.
As India kick off their campaign against the host nation UAE at the Dubai International Stadium, Hardik will be eager to build momentum ahead of the much-awaited clash against Pakistan on September 14.
Hardik has played a major role in India’s success in T20 cricket. He has played a total of 114 T20Is, and scored 1,812 runs at an impressive strike rate of 142. He has also picked 94 wickets in his T20Is career so far. If Hardik delivers his best in the Asia Cup 2025, it could significantly strengthen India’s chances of lifting the trophy.
Hardik Pandya might break a T20I record in Asia Cup
Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya might break a major T20I record in the Asia Cup. He is approaching a rare milestoneof 1,000+ runs and 100 wickets in T20I. If he succeeds, Hardik will become only the second cricketer after Mohammed Nabi to achieve this remarkable milestone, needing just six more wickets. Remarkably, Hardik will reach the feat quicker than Nabi, who took 133 matches. Hardik Pandya will also be the youngest player to achieve this feat at 31 years of age.
Hardik Pandya’s new hairstyle has been in news
Meanwhile, Hardik has been in news recently because of his new hairstyle. He was also seen sporting his ultra-rare Richard Mille RM 27-04 watch, worth Rs 20 crore during the training session. With only 50 pieces ever made, the watch’s value is nearly eight times higher than the Asia Cup prize money, which stands at INR 2.6 crore.
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- Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to play a vital role for India in the Asia Cup 2025.
- Hardik Pandya might break a major T20I record in the Asia Cup. He is closing in on the rare double of 1,000+ runs and 100 wickets in T20 internationals
- Hardik will become only the second cricketer after Mohammed Nabi to achieve this remarkable milestone