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{{SHORTDESC:Indian cricketer and all-rounder (born 1993)}}
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| style="width:35%; padding:5px;" |'''Full name'''
| style="width:65%; padding:5px;" |Hardik Himanshu Pandya
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Born'''
| style="padding:5px;" |11 October 1993<br>Surat, Gujarat, India
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Nationality'''
| style="padding:5px;" |Indian
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Education'''
| style="padding:5px;" |MK High School, Baroda
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Occupation'''
| style="padding:5px;" |Cricketer
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Role'''
| style="padding:5px;" |All-rounder
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Batting'''
| style="padding:5px;" |Right-handed
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Bowling'''
| style="padding:5px;" |Right-arm medium-fast
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| style="padding:5px;" |'''Known for'''
| style="padding:5px;" |India, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans
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'''Hardik Pandya''' (born 11 October 1993) is an Indian international cricketer known for his aggressive batting, seam bowling and match-winning all-round performances. He is regarded as one of India’s leading white-ball all-rounders.

== Early Life and Education ==

Hardik Pandya was born in Surat, Gujarat, and later moved with his family to Vadodara for cricket training.<ref>https://www.lokmattimes.com/ipl-2021/player/hardik-pandya/63751</ref>

His father Himanshu Pandya enrolled Hardik and his brother Krunal Pandya in Kiran More’s cricket academy. Hardik left school after ninth grade to focus on cricket.<ref>https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/hardik-pandya-biography-1820004587-1</ref>

== Career ==

=== Domestic Career ===
Hardik Pandya began his domestic cricket career with Baroda. He gained attention through strong performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.<ref>https://luxe.outlookindia.com/people/who-is-mahieka-sharma-all-about-hardik-pandyas-t20-world-cup-good-luck-charm</ref>

=== International Debut ===
He made his T20I debut for India in 2016 against Australia.

He later made his ODI debut in 2016 and Test debut in 2017.

=== International Rise ===
Hardik established himself as a powerful lower-order batter and fast-bowling all-rounder.<ref>https://in.mashable.com/culture/100878/who-is-mahieka-sharma-hardik-pandyas-rumoured-model-girlfriend-age-gap-career-more</ref>

He played major roles in ICC tournaments and became known for match-finishing performances.

=== Indian Premier League ===
Hardik joined Mumbai Indians in 2015 and won multiple IPL titles with the franchise.

In 2022 he became captain of Gujarat Titans and led the team to the IPL title in its debut season.

He later returned to Mumbai Indians.<ref>https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/who-is-mahieka-sharma-all-about-hardik-pandyas-partner-net-worth-and-more-11773058549323.html</ref>

== Notable Work ==

* ICC T20 World Cup campaigns
* Mumbai Indians
* Gujarat Titans
* India national cricket team

== Records and Achievements ==

* First Indian to take four wickets and score 30+ runs in the same T20I
* First Indian after Yuvraj Singh to score a fifty and take four wickets in an ODI
* Led Gujarat Titans to IPL title in debut season as captain
* Test century against Sri Lanka

== Playing Style ==

Hardik Pandya is known for explosive batting, power-hitting, pace bowling and finishing ability.

His all-round game has made him a key player in limited-overs cricket.

== Personal Life ==

Hardik Pandya was married to Nataša Stanković. They have a son, Agastya Pandya.

He is the younger brother of cricketer Krunal Pandya.

== Awards and Recognition ==

Hardik Pandya has received recognition for his performances in international cricket and franchise leagues.

He has been considered among the top all-rounders in modern white-ball cricket.

== Impact and Outlook ==

Hardik Pandya is regarded as a major figure in Indian cricket’s modern era.

His role as an all-rounder and captain has contributed significantly to Indian and franchise cricket.

== References ==
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