Team India star Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma posted a sweet Instagram story after his stunning performance in the T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, on Thursday, February 12. The all-rounder was named the Player of the Match for his brilliant batting and bowling exploits.
Hardik struck a fine half-century after the Men in Blue were asked to bat first. His 52 off 28 helped the team finish on 209/9 in 20 overs. The swashbuckling batter hit four sixes and as many fours during his impactful knock.
He did an impressive job with the ball as well, recording figures of 4-0-21-2. India completed their biggest-ever T20 World Cup win in terms of runs, beating Namibia by 93 runs.
Mahieka posted a picture of Hardik holding a big bouquet of red roses. She also penned a romantic caption.
“Made it to Delhi in time. Man of the match of my life !! <3.”
It is worth mentioning that Hardik entertained the viewers with some splendid shots. His four maximums included a massive 109m six off left-arm spinner Bernard Scholtz’s bowling.
“An asli impact player” – Former cricketer’s massive praise for Hardik Pandya amid IND vs NAM T20 World Cup 2026 match
Hardik Pandya earned widespread praise for his all-round show against Namibia. Former India batter Mohammad Kaif lauded the 32-year-old and hailed him as a true impact player.
Kaif noted that Hardik often shines in pressure situations. The cricketer-turned-commentator wrote on X:
“Hardik Pandya.. player for clutch moments.. world cup hero.. an asli impact player for team india (A true impact player for Team India).”
India would want Hardik Pandya’s wonderful form to continue as they face arch-rivals Pakistan next. The marquee fixture takes place at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Sunday, February 15.
Suryakumar Yadav and Co. have kicked off their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with wins over the United States of America and Namibia. They have a net run rate of 3.050 and are currently placed at the top of the Group A points table.
Edited by Aditya Suketu Desai
