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Ishan Kishan met with Hardik Pandya on Friday (July 5) to extend congratulations for his pivotal role in India’s triumphant ICC T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. Pandya’s outstanding performances with bat and ball were instrumental as India secured their first ICC trophy since 2013, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in a thrilling final.
Pandya’s contributions throughout the tournament were highlighted by his crucial wickets, including key dismissals in the final over, and his batting prowess, accumulating 144 runs at an average of 48 and taking 11 wickets at 17.36.
Ishan Kishan pays tribute to Hardik Pandya:
Taking to Instagram on Friday, Ishan Kishan expressed his admiration for his senior teammate with a heartfelt gesture. In a touching video shared online, Kishan surprised Hardik Pandya at his home, warmly congratulating him for his outstanding performance.
The heartfelt moment was sealed with a warm hug followed by a playful kiss. In his caption, Kishan praised Pandya for maintaining composure and focus despite facing challenges prior to the World Cup, including criticism during the IPL where fans expressed discontent over Rohit Sharma’s captaincy change at Mumbai Indians.
“You faced so many things these past few months yet you stayed calm and focused. And today bhaiya you got the result of your hard-work, honesty and sincerity. There’s so much more i feel and want to say but words will fall short. You are a champion and you are rare ♥️💪🏼,” wrote Ishan Kishan.
