Hardik Pandya, one of India’s star all-rounders, faced heavy criticism from fans after his performance in the 3rd T20I of the five-match series against England in Rajkot.
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Chasing 172 runs, India fell short by 26 runs, sparking outrage on social media. Despite being known for his explosive batting, Hardik’s innings failed to provide the much-needed impetus, leaving many fans disappointed.
What happened in the 3rd T20I between India and England?
India’s chase against England looked promising initially, but the team struggled to maintain momentum as the innings progressed.
Hardik Pandya, who faced 35 deliveries, managed to score only 40 runs. His cautious approach, while aiming to anchor the innings, didn’t yield the desired result.
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What upset fans further was Hardik’s refusal to take singles while batting with finisher Dhruv Jurel. While Pandya did unleash a few big shots towards the end, his strike rate of 114.29 was seen as inadequate for the situation.
Fans react to Hardik Pandya’s performance
The slow innings didn’t sit well with fans, who took to social media to express their frustration. Below are some of the fan reactions from social media:
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