Hardik Pandya, a hard-hitting young Indian all-rounder, has been making significant progress in world cricket at the moment. In recent years, the Baroda all-rounder has grown in stature significantly. Pandya, who rose to prominence after playing for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL a few years back, has proven to be an important cog in the Indian team’s wheel.
He had a rocky start in international cricket a few years ago, but he has recovered admirably this season. He has emerged as the team’s new pinch hitter. Hardik Pandya is the first player in international cricket history to knock three consecutive sixes in the same over four times. This year, all four of them have arrived. This year, he was one of India’s standout players in the ICC Champions Trophy, and he quickly earned a Test cap.
Though he is excellent at what he does, he is also a fun-loving and funny person. We can say this because we have seen him be the person who makes everyone laugh. Here are some instances.
Rod Tucker and Hardik
While Pandya’s on-field exploits are widely publicized, there is one amusing story involving him that few are aware of. The on-field umpire made a gesture as though he was about to slap Pandya during the second ODI against New Zealand in Pune. After the 32nd over of the contest, the actual occurrence occurred. The strike was intended to be taken by Hardik.
At the other end of the line, Dinesh Karthik appeared perplexed when Hardik requested him to join the strike after the drinks break. Umpire Rod Tucker made gestures to Hardik Pandya as though he was about to slap him for his ignorance as he watched the pandemonium erupt due to Hardik Pandya. Well, it was all in good fun, and the crowds at the venue were completely enthralled.
Hardik Pandya and Shikhar Dhawan
Hardik Pandya’s reaction following Stokes’ dismissal was priceless, as the all-rounder finally breathed a sigh of relief. The 27-year-old bent down to Dhawan, thanked him for hanging on to the catch, and thanking God for the precious wicket. Hardik’s reaction to his dismissal was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media.
Delhi Capitals (DC), an IPL team, were quick to respond to the incident with a humorous tweet on their official Twitter account. Dhawan represents Delhi in the T20 Championship, but DC mocked him by uploading a meme of Shikhar with the message, “You’re welcome, Hardik Pandya #INDvENG.”