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Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya is an Indian cricketer who is considered as an all-rounder. He is a right-handed batsman and a right-arm medium fast bowler and represents Baroda in the Ranji Trophy and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premiere League (IPL). He then created an impact in the IPL with an unbeaten 31 ball 61 for Mumbai Indians against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2015 IPL. He is also known for taking 10 wickets for Baroda and helping the team to reach the finals. Due to such performance, he was selected in the international T20 match against Australia and later for the 2016 Twenty20 world cup. He made his international One Day International (ODI) debut against New Zealand in October 2016.

Born on 11^th October 1993, Pandya was born in Surat and has a brother Krunal Pandya who is also a cricketer. Hardik’s father Himanshu Pandya had a small business in Surat and the family had limited income. Both his sons Hardik and Krunal were interested in cricket from a very young age and had a great talent. After a friend’s suggestion to send his children to Vadodara where Kiran More ran a cricket academy, Himanshu decided to go to Vadodara. Kiran More first refused to coach them but later agreed to coach both the brothers. At that time Hardik was only five years old. Kiran More didn’t charge a single rupee for the first three years and his contribution is considered as one of the most important in making him a cricketer. Hardik wasn’t much interested in studies and he didn’t appear in the ninth standard examination and quit studies. He is just VIII pass. Meanwhile, he continued practicing hard so that he could fulfill his father’s dream who wanted his children to become a cricketer. His hard work gained success and he was selected in the Baroda team in the year 2013. In the 2013-14 season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy, his role was considered as one of the most important roles for the Baroda team. In the first match of the tournament, the team played against Mumbai and struggled in their batting innings and was struggling at 20/2. The team wasn’t able to face the bowling strength of players like Zaheer Khan, Dhawal Kulkarni, and Pravin Tambe. However, after the team struggled, Hardik walked in to save the team and scored 82* out of 57 balls and helped Baroda to win the match. His innings impressed everyone, especially coach John Wright who was associated with Mumbai Indians think tank. He was impressed by his performance and also came back two days later to watch his performance against Gujarat. He once again impressed him by scoring 37 runs and taking three wickets in four overs. After such a performance, he was then bought by the Mumbai Indians in the 2015 IPL auction at the base price of Rs 10 Lakh. After being roped in by the Mumbai Indians team, he impressed all his teammates by his clean ball striking as well as his fielding. He scored 21 runs of 8 balls against Chennai Super Kings and helped his team in winning the match. Later on, he played an innings of 61 off 31 balls in the must win required by Mumbai Indians to survive in the tournament. He was awarded the second Man of the Match award. His skills impressed his teammates and players like Ricky Pointing praised him and Sachin Tendulkar called him over and told him that if he continues to perform similarly, he will be playing for the Indian cricket team in the next eighteen months. Apparently, he was selected for the 2016 Asia cup and later for the 2016 ICC World Twenty20. He made his international debut in T20 in January 2016 against Australia and took two wickets in the first match. Later in the Asia cup 2016, he played against Pakistan and to 3 wickets for 8 runs and restricted Pakistan to 83 runs. He is also remembered for the combined hat-trick he took in the Asia Cup. He took two wickets in the last two balls against Pakistan and in the next match playing against Sri Lanka he took the wicket of the first ball of his spell. In the ICC World Twenty20, Pandya is remembered for the unforgettable match against Bangladesh where he took two wickets in the last three balls and helped India in winning the match by one run. Apart from international cricket, Pandya continued his form in the domestic cricket as well and slammed eight sixes and scored 86 runs against Vidarbha in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and helped his team in winning the match. Later, he was selected in the ODI format against New Zealand. He made his debut on 16^th October 2016 and received his ODI cap from the legend Kapil Dev who made his debut in ODI cricket on 16^th October 1978. In his debut match, he took three wickets and helped India in winning the match. He was also awarded the Man of the Match award for his contribution. He became the fourth Indian to receive the man of the match award in the debut match after Sandeep Patil, Mohit Sharma and K.L. Rahul.

Hardik Pandya has been able to create a mark with the limited chances he has received in the international format. He is definitely considered as the future of Indian cricket. Pandya is also reported to be dating Lisha Sharma, a Jamshedpur-based model.

Hardik Pandya Provides Huge Update on His Test Comeback Ahead of BGT Tests vs Australia
India.com Sports Desk | February 3, 2023 8:35 AM IST
Ind vs Aus: Hardik provided an update and said he will come back when he feels the time is right.
Hardik Pandya Provides Huge Update on His Test Comeback Ahead of BGT Tests vs Australia
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Don't Mind Taking The Role Played By M.S Dhoni: Hardik Pandya
India.com Sports Desk | February 2, 2023 3:42 PM IST
After leading India to 2-1 series victory over New Zealand in the recent T20I series, captain
Don't Mind Taking The Role Played By M.S Dhoni: Hardik Pandya
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IND vs NZ: Hardik Pandya REACTS On His Unbeaten Run As T20I Captain - Watch Video
Karan Nanda | February 2, 2023 12:57 PM IST
The captain was satisfied with his choices during the match. When asked about his captaincy, Pandya
IND vs NZ: Hardik Pandya REACTS On His Unbeaten Run As T20I Captain - Watch Video
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Ind vs NZ: Shubman Gill Reveals Mid-Pitch Conversations With Hardik Pandya | WATCH
India.com Sports Desk | February 2, 2023 10:31 AM IST
Ind vs NZ: Gill revealed Hardik asked him to play his natural game and not look to do anything out
Ind vs NZ: Shubman Gill Reveals Mid-Pitch Conversations With Hardik Pandya | WATCH
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Hardik Pandya-Led Team India Break Pakistan's World Record With 168-Run Win Over New Zealand
India.com Sports Desk | February 2, 2023 8:18 AM IST
India's 168-run win is now the biggest victory in terms of margin of runs over a Test-playing
Hardik Pandya-Led Team India Break Pakistan's World Record With 168-Run Win Over New Zealand
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Hardik Pandya Hands Trophy to Prithvi Shaw After India Beat New Zealand; Video Goes VIRAL | WATCH
India.com Sports Desk | February 2, 2023 7:46 AM IST
Ind vs NZ: Shaw did not play a single game and was hence surprised when he was given the trophy.
Hardik Pandya Hands Trophy to Prithvi Shaw After India Beat New Zealand; Video Goes VIRAL | WATCH
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'If I Go Down, I Will Go Down on My Terms', Hardik Pandya Exudes Confidence After Winning Player of the Series Against New Zealand
India.com Sports Desk | February 1, 2023 11:01 PM IST
Hardik Pandya was the most-successful bowler for India with his superb figures of 4/16 as bowl out
'If I Go Down, I Will Go Down on My Terms', Hardik Pandya Exudes Confidence After Winning Player of the Serie
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IND vs NZ 3rd T20I: Lockie Ferguson Compares Hardik Pandya's Captaincy With Kane Williamson
India.com Sports Desk | February 1, 2023 9:29 AM IST
India and New Zealand will square off in the final T20I of the series in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.
IND vs NZ 3rd T20I: Lockie Ferguson Compares Hardik Pandya's Captaincy With Kane Williamson
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India Vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I: Live Streaming Details Of IND Vs NZ Match, Timing, Other Details
India.com Sports Desk | January 31, 2023 10:15 PM IST
The series between India and New Zealand is locked at 1-1. Get live streaming details of IND vs NZ,
India Vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I: Live Streaming Details Of IND Vs NZ Match, Timing, Other Details
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Virat Kohli's Childhood Coach Lavishes Praise on Hardik Pandya, Calls Him 'Outstanding'
India.com Sports Desk | January 31, 2023 8:15 AM IST
Ind vs NZ: Calling him outstanding, Sharma reckons Hardik does not shy away from challenges.
Virat Kohli's Childhood Coach Lavishes Praise on Hardik Pandya, Calls Him 'Outstanding'
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Hardik Pandya Slams Pitch Curators After India's Nervy Victory Vs New Zealand In 2nd T20I
India.com Sports Desk | January 30, 2023 12:31 AM IST
The three-match T20I series is levelled at 1-1. The third and final T20I between India and New
Hardik Pandya Slams Pitch Curators After India's Nervy Victory Vs New Zealand In 2nd T20I
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As It Happened | IND Vs NZ, 2nd T20I, Score: Suryakumar Stars As India Win By 6 Wickets; Level Series 1-1
India.com Sports Desk | January 29, 2023 8:49 PM IST
HIGHLIGHTS | IND Vs NZ, 2nd T20I, Scores: Get ball-by-ball commentary and minute-by-minute updates.
As It Happened | IND Vs NZ, 2nd T20I, Score: Suryakumar Stars As India Win By 6 Wickets; Level Series 1-1
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India Vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I: Live Streaming Details Of IND Vs NZ Match, Timing, Other Details
India.com Sports Desk | January 29, 2023 2:00 PM IST
India are trailing 0-1 in the series after losing the first T20I against New Zealand in Ranchi. Get
India Vs New Zealand, 2nd T20I: Live Streaming Details Of IND Vs NZ Match, Timing, Other Details
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Not Hardik Pandya; Aakash Chopra Tips Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant For India's Captaincy in ODIs After Rohit Sharma
India.com Sports Desk | January 29, 2023 8:36 AM IST
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested a couple of names who can take over from Rohit.
Not Hardik Pandya; Aakash Chopra Tips Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant For India's Captaincy in ODIs After Rohit Sh
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Aakash Chopra SLAMS Hardik Pandya For Bowling First Over at Ranchi During 1st T20I
India.com Sports Desk | January 28, 2023 9:52 AM IST
Ind vs NZ: Aakash Chopra reckoned captain Hardik Pandya should not have been bowling the first over
Aakash Chopra SLAMS Hardik Pandya For Bowling First Over at Ranchi During 1st T20I
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India captain Hardik Pandya Admits Conceding 20-25 Runs Extra After 21-Run Loss In 1st T20I Vs New Zealand
India.com Sports Desk | January 27, 2023 11:03 PM IST
Batting first, New Zealand posted 176/6 in 20 overs. In reply, India fell short by 21 runs despite
India captain Hardik Pandya Admits Conceding 20-25 Runs Extra After 21-Run Loss In 1st T20I Vs New Zealand
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LIVE BUZZ | India vs New Zealand, 1st T20I Updates: Hardik Pandya-Led India Eye Opening Win
India.com Sports Desk | January 27, 2023 5:45 PM IST
India vs New Zealand, 1st T20I LIVE Cricket Scorecard and Updates: Follow LIVE updates from Ranchi
LIVE BUZZ | India vs New Zealand, 1st T20I Updates: Hardik Pandya-Led India Eye Opening Win
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Hardik Pandya Shares Picture With MS Dhoni; Says, 'Sholay 2 Coming Soon' | Check Instagram Post
Koushik Paul | January 26, 2023 10:06 AM IST
Hardik Pandya will lead India in the T20Is against New Zealand. The first game is in Ranchi.
Hardik Pandya Shares Picture With MS Dhoni; Says, 'Sholay 2 Coming Soon' | Check Instagram Post
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Hardik Pandya Claims he is 'Grateful to Shardul Thakur' While Responding to Ravi Shastri's Question During Ind-NZ 3rd ODI | WATCH VIRAL VIDEO
India.com Sports Desk | January 25, 2023 11:39 AM IST
Ind vs NZ: Shastri asked Hardik about who was advising whom during the partnership with Shardul.
Hardik Pandya Claims he is 'Grateful to Shardul Thakur' While Responding to Ravi Shastri's Question During In
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Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya Star in ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year
India.com Sports Desk | January 23, 2023 4:09 PM IST
Kohli had a brilliant 2022 in the shortest format of the game, which saw him become the 2nd highest
Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya Star in ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year
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2023-01-23T05:09:41+00:00
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