Indian Premier League
Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals
Indian Premier League
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
MI
175
RR
205
Hardik Himanshu Pandya
all rounder
| Full name: | Hardik Himanshu Pandya |
| Nationality: | India |
| Batting style: | right handed batsman |
| Bowling Style: | right arm medium fast |
| Date of Birth (Age): | October 11, 1993 (32) |
| Zodiac Sign: | Libra |
| Height: | 183 cm |
| Hometown: | Choryasi, Gujarat, India |
| Jersey Number: | 33 |
| Batting Style: | Right Handed Bat |
| Bowling Style: | Right-arm fast medium |
| Social Media: | Twitter, Instagram, Facebook |
Teams
Career Averages
Bowling
| League | Test | Odi | T20i | First class | List a | T20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 11 | 82 | 92 | 29 | 103 | 244 |
| Innings | 19 | 76 | 81 | 39 | 90 | 190 |
| Overs | 156.1 | 516.4 | 238.5 | 449.0 | 641.4 | 529.1 |
| Balls | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Maidens | 19 | 15 | 1 | 87 | 21 | 4 |
| Runs | 528 | 2847 | 1950 | 1486 | 3450 | 4309 |
| Wickets | 17 | 79 | 73 | 48 | 95 | 152 |
| Avg | 31.05 | 36.03 | 26.71 | 30.95 | 36.31 | 28.34 |
| SR | 55.11 | 39.24 | 19.63 | 56.12 | 40.52 | 20.88 |
| Eco | 3.38 | 5.51 | 8.16 | 3.3 | 5.37 | 8.14 |
| BB | 6 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| 4w | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 5w | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 10w | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Batting
| League | Test | Odi | T20i | First class | List a | T20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 11 | 82 | 92 | 29 | 103 | 244 |
| Innings | 18 | 60 | 71 | 46 | 78 | 212 |
| Not outs | 1 | 8 | 18 | 1 | 13 | 62 |
| Runs | 532 | 1758 | 1348 | 1351 | 2092 | 4425 |
| Balls Faced | 720 | 1595 | 964 | 2382 | 1987 | 3183 |
| Avg | 31.29 | 33.8 | 25.43 | 30.02 | 32.18 | 29.5 |
| SR | 73.88 | 110.21 | 139.83 | 56.71 | 105.28 | 139.02 |
| Fours | 68 | 132 | 96 | 167 | 152 | 321 |
| Fifties | 4 | 11 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 17 |
| Sixies | 12 | 66 | 69 | 24 | 75 | 229 |
| Highest | 108 | 92 | 71 | 108 | 92 | 91 |
| Hundreds | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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International career
Hardik Pandya is a well-known cricketer who has achieved great success in Indian cricket. His skills as an all-rounder have been crucial in important matches. Below are the key milestones from his international career:
- 2016: Debuted in T20I against Australia on 27 January, where he took two wickets. Played his first ODI against New Zealand on 16 October and won Player of the Match.
- 2017: Participated in the ICC Champions Trophy and scored 76 runs off 43 balls in the final. Entered ESPNcricinfo's ODI XI for the year. Played his first Test on 26 July against Sri Lanka and scored his maiden Test century.
- 2018: Achieved his best T20I bowling figures of 4/38 against England on 8 July. Became the first Indian to take four wickets and score over 30 runs in a single T20I.
- 2019: Represented India in the World Cup and played his 50th ODI during the tournament. Contributed significantly in several matches.
- 2021: Played in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup but faced some struggles. After the tournament, he was not included in the following series.
- 2022: Led the Indian T20I team in the series against Ireland. Set a record by scoring a half-century and taking four wickets in the same T20I match against England. Played an important role during the ICC T20 World Cup.
- 2024: Appointed vice-captain for the Indian team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Hardik Pandya has become a vital player in international cricket. His ability to adapt and perform in different situations has earned him a solid reputation in the sport.
Indian Premier League
Hardik Pandya has played a significant role in the Indian Premier League since 2015. He has built a reputation as an all-rounder and a leader on the field. Pandya helped Mumbai Indians win multiple titles before moving to Gujarat Titans, where he led the team to their first IPL championship in 2022. After returning to Mumbai Indians in 2024, he took charge as captain, aiming to rebuild the team's strength and competitiveness.
Year | Team | Performance |
2015-2021 | Mumbai Indians | Contributed to title wins with key performances as an all-rounder. |
2022 | Gujarat Titans | Led the team to their first IPL title; excelled with both bat and ball. |
2023 | Gujarat Titans | Guided the team to the final; finished as runners-up. |
2024 | Mumbai Indians | Returned as captain; team finished last in the league stage. |
2025 | Mumbai Indians | Continues as captain, leading a revamped squad. |
2026 | Mumbai Indians | Retained as Captain for ₹16.35 crore; continues as the premier fast-bowling all-rounder. |
Hardik Pandya leads the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 after the franchise retained him for ₹16 crore. The team has undergone several changes in preparation for the season. Pandya will play a central role in the batting order and contribute with key overs as a bowler. His leadership is expected to guide the team through critical moments, with the goal of improving last year’s disappointing results.
Mumbai Indians are looking for a fresh start under Pandya’s captaincy. His experience in both batting and bowling is seen as crucial for the team’s chances in the 2025 season.
Domestic career
Hardik Pandya has been part of the Baroda cricket team since 2013. He played an important role when Baroda won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in the 2013–14 season. In January 2016, he hit eight sixes during an unbeaten 86-run innings, leading Baroda to a six-wicket win against Vidarbha in the tournament.
Records and achievements
Hardik Pandya has achieved significant success throughout his cricket career. Below are some of his key awards and records:
Awards:
- 2015 IPL Season: Named Player of the Match in the game against Kolkata Knight Riders after scoring 61 runs off 31 balls.
- 2015 IPL Final: Awarded Player of the Match for his performance in the final against Rajasthan Royals. He took 3 wickets for 17 runs and scored 34 runs off 30 balls, helping his team win the title.
Records:
- 2023 ODI: Took 3 wickets for 3 runs in a match against Sri Lanka, setting a new record for India.
- T20I Matches: Played 103 T20I matches, ranking third for India in the format.
- T20I Catches: Holds the third position for most dismissals by catch in T20I, with 17 catches.
- 2020 ODI Against Australia: Scored 92 runs off 76 balls in the third ODI, helping India reach 302 runs.
- T20 World Cup Final 2024: Took 3 wickets for 20 runs in the final, contributing to India’s victory.
- 2017 Test Record: Set a record by scoring 26 runs in a single over, the most runs in an over in Test cricket.
Personal life
Hardik Pandya is a popular cricketer from India. His full name is Hardik Himanshu Pandya. He was born on October 11, 1993, in Surat, Gujarat. Hardik comes from a middle-class family. People often call him "Hairyand" or "Kung Fu Pandya."
Family
Hardik’s father, Himanshu Pandya, ran a small car finance business in Surat but later moved the family to Vadodara. Sadly, his father passed away in 2021 due to a heart attack. His mother, Nalini Pandya, is a homemaker. Hardik has an older brother, Krunal Pandya, who is also a cricketer and has always supported Hardik’s career.
In January 2020, Hardik became engaged to Natasha Stankovic, a Serbian model and actress. They got married during the COVID pandemic. They have a son, Agastya Pandya, born on July 30, 2020.
Finance
Hardik lives a luxurious life. His net worth is around $11 million (INR 91 crore), mainly from playing cricket and his brand deals.
Homes and Cars
Hardik and Krunal first lived in a 6000-square-foot penthouse in Vadodara. The house, worth INR 3.6 crores, was designed by Anuradha Aggarwal. Later, they bought a new house in Bandra, Mumbai, valued at INR 30 crores. The house is in a well-known gated community with many amenities like a gym, spa, and rock climbing. Hardik has also invested in other properties to increase his wealth.
His car collection includes Audi A6, Lamborghini Huracan EVO, Range Rover Vogue, Jeep Compass, Mercedes G-wagon, Rolls Royce, Porsche Cayenne, and Toyota Etios. In 2017, Hardik and Krunal gave their father a Jeep Compass.
Scandals
Hardik Pandya has been involved in a few controversies over the years. These incidents caused a stir in the media and among his fans.
- Koffee With Karan (2019): Hardik appeared on the show with KL Rahul and made inappropriate comments about women. These comments led to a social media backlash. The BCCI suspended both players and sent them back from the Team India camp in Australia. Hardik later apologized for his comments.
- Altercation with Lasith Malinga (2024 IPL): After a loss to SRH in the 2024 IPL, Hardik was seen allegedly shoving Lasith Malinga. The incident went viral, and many fans criticized Hardik for his actions towards the Sri Lankan cricketer.
- Incident with Mohammed Shami (2022): During a match in the 2022 IPL, Hardik was seen using foul language against his teammate Mohammed Shami after he dropped a catch. Many fans were upset with Hardik for disrespecting a senior player.
- Captaincy Condition for MI (2024): Before the 2024 IPL, there were reports that Hardik demanded to be made captain if he were to return to Mumbai Indians. This led to the removal of Rohit Sharma as captain. Hardik’s demand caused frustration among Rohit’s fans.
Fans
Hardik has a huge following. After India’s win against Pakistan in the 2022 Asia Cup, a video went viral of an Afghan fan kissing Hardik’s image on TV. After India’s victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, thousands of fans gathered at Marine Drive and Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai to celebrate. Hardik is very active on social media and has nearly 36 million followers on Instagram.
