From Indian cricket's biggest VILLAIN to India's biggest HERO: What a turnaround for Hardik Pandya

A month and a half ago nothing was going in Hardik Pandya's way. He was dropping stinkers for Mumbai Indians, was at end of fans' fury, and was severely jeered and booed by even his home fans at Wankhede. In short, Hardik Pandya was seen as an antagonist in Indian cricket for replacing Rohit Sharma at helm of MI. However, versity did not linger for long as fast forward to June 29, 2024, all-rounder has turned tide to become a national hero. Pandya h a consistent hand in Team India's success throughout T20 World Cup 2024, and he is now reaping support of fans for being one of bearers of joy.

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Hardik Pandya redeemed himself through exceptional all-round performance in T20 World Cup 2024

tumultuous IPL 2024 season h put an orwise effervescent Hardik Pandya into realm of dejection. Neverless, Mumbai Indians skipper bounced back brilliantly and emerged as one of unsung heroes for India in T20 World Cup 2024. It is quite possibly quickest redemption world of cricket has witnessed.

In T20 World Cup 2024, Hardik Pandya delivered what was expected from him with both bat and ball. With bat, he showcased his skill of being one of cleanest strikers of ball. He rendered some of crucial cameos for India in campaign and also provided much-needed final flourish against Australia and England. He compounded a total of 144 runs in tournament. With ball, he has chipped in with breakthroughs whenever came to attack. In final as well, he removed dangerous Heinrich Klassen, who h partially taken game away from India. He also bowled 20th over innings and soaked in pressure to win match for India. He snared 11 wickets in tournament to display a complete all-round performance.

Following India's 7-run win over South Africa in T20 World Cup 2024, emotions got better of Hardik Pandya. It was tears of joy that exhibited how long he has come from being booed to now being a world champion.