While Virat Kohli grabbed the limelight with his stunning knock, Hardik Pandya silently played a crucial role in India's four-wicket victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday. India got off to a winning start in the tournament after clinching an epic last-ball thriller at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

Kohli was the hero for India with his brilliant knock of an unbeaten 82 which helped India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. But the senior batter wouldn't have been able to pull off the miraculous win without Hardik's support. The star all-rounder was among the architects of India's win as the Rohit Sharma-led side got off to a flying start in the T20 World Cup 2022.

Hardik picked up three wickets with the ball to help India restrict Pakistan to 160 in the high-profile game before scoring &nbsp;40 off 37 balls during India's run chase to help the Men in Blue secure one of their best wins against Pakistan in recent times. His match-winning effort also saw Hardik become the first Indian player to achieve a stunning feat in T20Is.

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Hardik has now become the first Indian player to pick up 50 wickets and score 1,000 runs in T20Is. He has 1029 runs and 57 wickets to his name n 74 T20I matches for India so far in his career. He is the first Indian and the seventh player overall to achieve the elusive feat in the shortest format.

Hardik has been brilliant for India ever since making his comeback after a long spell on the sidelines due to an injuy earlier this year. There were once doubts over his spot in the T20I team but Hardik's sensational return in the IPL 2022 paved the way for his comeback in the Indian team and he has not looked back ever since.

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One of the finest all-rounders in the world at present, Hardik once again showcased his importance in the Indian squad on Sunday with a match-winning effort. His all-round heroics went a bit undermined as Kohli stole the thunder with his stelar knock but the all-rounder's contributions were equally important for the Indian team.

After beating Pakistan in their opener, India will now look to make it two wins in a row when they take on Netherlands in their next game on Thursday (October 27).

While Virat Kohli grabbed the limelight with his stunning knock, Hardik Pandya silently played a crucial role in India's four-wicket victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday.

While Virat Kohli grabbed the limelight with his stunning knock, Hardik Pandya silently played a crucial role in India's four-wicket victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday. India got off to a winning start in the tournament after clinching an epic last-ball thriller at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Kohli was the hero for India with his brilliant knock of an unbeaten 82 which helped India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. But the senior batter wouldn't have been able to pull off the miraculous win without Hardik's support. The star all-rounder was among the architects of India's win as the Rohit Sharma-led side got off to a flying start in the T20 World Cup 2022. Hardik picked up three wickets with the ball to help India restrict Pakistan to 160 in the high-profile game before scoring 40 off 37 balls during India's run chase to help the Men in Blue secure one of their best wins against Pakistan in recent times. His match-winning effort also saw Hardik become the first Indian player to achieve a stunning feat in T20Is. Also Read: His best innings: Rohit Sharma lauds Virat Kohli after his match-winning 82 against Pakistan Hardik has now become the first Indian player to pick up 50 wickets and score 1,000 runs in T20Is. He has 1029 runs and 57 wickets to his name n 74 T20I matches for India so far in his career. He is the first Indian and the seventh player overall to achieve the elusive feat in the shortest format. Hardik has been brilliant for India ever since making his comeback after a long spell on the sidelines due to an injuy earlier this year. There were once doubts over his spot in the T20I team but Hardik's sensational return in the IPL 2022 paved the way for his comeback in the Indian team and he has not looked back ever since. Also Read: Teary-eyed Hardik Pandya dedicates match-winning effort to late father after India beat Pak in T20 WC - Watch One of the finest all-rounders in the world at present, Hardik once again showcased his importance in the Indian squad on Sunday with a match-winning effort. His all-round heroics went a bit undermined as Kohli stole the thunder with his stelar knock but the all-rounder's contributions were equally important for the Indian team. After beating Pakistan in their opener, India will now look to make it two wins in a row when they take on Netherlands in their next game on Thursday (October 27).

Hardik Pandya becomes first Indian to achieve massive feat after match-winning heroics against Pakistan

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has become the first Indian to achieve a rare double in men's T20Is. Hardik, who is currently in action for India in their ongoing T20I series against West Indies, has become the first player from the country to score 500 runs and complete 50 wickets in the shortest format of the game.

Hardik achieved the rare double after picking up opener Brandon King's wicket during the third T20I between India and West Indies at Warner Park in St Kitts on Tuesday. The Indian all-rounder cleaned up King on a run-a-ball 20 to complete 50 wickets for India in T20Is and become the first player to achieve the feat of 500 runs and 50 wickets in the shortest format.

Hardik is the 11th men's player and the 30th player overall to achieve the rare double in T20I cricket with Indian women's team star Dipti Sharma also part of the elite list. Sharma currently has 521 runs and 65 wickets to her name in T20Is for the Women in Blue.

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Talking about the 3rd T20I, India thrashed West Indies by 7 wickets to go 2-1 up in the five-match series. Batting first, the hosts got off to a good start with openers King and Kyle Mayers putting on a 57-run stand for the first wicket. Mayers played a brilliant knock of 73 runs off 50 balls while Rovman Powell and Shimron Hetmyer slammed quickfire cameos as West Indies went on to post a fighting total of 164 runs on the board.

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In reply, India got off to a shaky start as skipper Rohit Sharma was retired hurt but Suryakumar Yadav single-handed took the visitors home with a stunning knock of 76 runs off 44 balls. Yadav's dazzling knock was laced with 8 fours and 4 sixes as he combined with Rishabh Pant (33*) to power India to a comfortable win with an over to spare.

With the victory, India have now gone 2-1 up in the five-match series and will be looking to take an unassailable lead of 3-1 when they lock horns with the hosts in the penultimate fourth T20I on Saturday (August 06).

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has become the first Indian to achieve a rare double in men's T20Is. Hardik, who is currently in action for India in their ongoing T20I series against West Indies, has become the first player from the country to score 500 runs and complete 50 wickets in the shortest format of the game.

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has become the first Indian to achieve a rare double in men's T20Is. Hardik, who is currently in action for India in their ongoing T20I series against West Indies, has become the first player from the country to score 500 runs and complete 50 wickets in the shortest format of the game. Hardik achieved the rare double after picking up opener Brandon King's wicket during the third T20I between India and West Indies at Warner Park in St Kitts on Tuesday. The Indian all-rounder cleaned up King on a run-a-ball 20 to complete 50 wickets for India in T20Is and become the first player to achieve the feat of 500 runs and 50 wickets in the shortest format. Hardik is the 11th men's player and the 30th player overall to achieve the rare double in T20I cricket with Indian women's team star Dipti Sharma also part of the elite list. Sharma currently has 521 runs and 65 wickets to her name in T20Is for the Women in Blue. Also Read: WATCH: Suryakumar Yadav wins over fans with heartwarming gesture after India beat WI in 3rd T20I Talking about the 3rd T20I, India thrashed West Indies by 7 wickets to go 2-1 up in the five-match series. Batting first, the hosts got off to a good start with openers King and Kyle Mayers putting on a 57-run stand for the first wicket. Mayers played a brilliant knock of 73 runs off 50 balls while Rovman Powell and Shimron Hetmyer slammed quickfire cameos as West Indies went on to post a fighting total of 164 runs on the board. Also Read: WI vs IND, 3rd T20I: Rohit Sharma goes past Virat Kohli to achieve elite feat as Indian skipper In reply, India got off to a shaky start as skipper Rohit Sharma was retired hurt but Suryakumar Yadav single-handed took the visitors home with a stunning knock of 76 runs off 44 balls. Yadav's dazzling knock was laced with 8 fours and 4 sixes as he combined with Rishabh Pant (33*) to power India to a comfortable win with an over to spare. With the victory, India have now gone 2-1 up in the five-match series and will be looking to take an unassailable lead of 3-1 when they lock horns with the hosts in the penultimate fourth T20I on Saturday (August 06).

Hardik Pandya becomes first Indian player to achieve rare double in men's T20Is

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Hardik Pandya becomes first Indian to achieve massive feat after match-winning heroics against Pakistan

Hardik Pandya becomes first Indian player to achieve rare double in men's T20Is