Hardik Pandya’s Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies

Biography:

Hardik Pandya was born on October 11, 1993, in Choryasi, Surat, Gujarat, India. His father, Himanshu Pandya, ran a small car finance business in Surat, which he later shut down and moved to Vadodara when Hardik was five years old. The move was to provide his sons with better cricket training facilities. Himanshu Pandya worked as a loan agent in Vadodara. He also enrolled his two sons into Kiran More’s cricket academy in Vadodara. Despite financial constraints, the Pandya family lived in a rented apartment in Gorwa, using a second-hand car to travel to the cricket ground. Hardik studied at MK High School until the ninth grade before dropping out to focus on cricket. His progress in junior-level cricket was steady, and he was known to have “won a lot of matches single-handedly” in club cricket.

Hardik’s journey to professional cricket began when he joined the Kirby Cricket Academy in Vadodara. His aggressive playing style caught the attention of selectors, and he made his debut for Baroda in domestic cricket. In 2015, he was also signed by the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL). His performances in the IPL catapulted him into the national spotlight.

International Debut:

Hardik Pandya made his ODI debut for India on October 16, 2016, against New Zealand in Dharamshala. His Test debut came on July 26, 2017, against Sri Lanka in Galle. In T20Is, he played his first match on January 26, 2016, against Australia in Adelaide. Hardik is also known for his explosive batting in the lower order. He can clear the boundary with ease and also has a strike rate that intimidates bowlers.

As a medium-fast bowler, he contributes crucial overs in limited-overs cricket. His fielding skills are exceptional, making him a valuable asset in all formats. In 2016, he also topped the run charts in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 377 runs and taking 10 wickets. Hardik played a pivotal role in India’s 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign, contributing with both bat and ball.

He has been an integral part of the Mumbai Indians, also helping them win multiple IPL titles. Hardik Pandya married his long-time girlfriend, Danielle Taylor, on June 18, 2022, at Kinmount House in Scotland.

The couple had been together for over 12 years before tying the knot.

Profession:

Cricketer (All-rounder)

Age:

As of 2023, he is 30 years old.

Birthplace:

Choryasi, Surat, Gujarat, India

Nationality:

Indian

Physical Stats:

• Height: Approximately 6 feet (183 cm)
• Eye Colour: Dark Brown
• Hair Colour: Black

Cricket Career:

• International Debut:
  • ODI: October 16, 2016, against New Zealand at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India.
  • Test: July 26, 2017, against Sri Lanka at Galle, Sri Lanka.
  • T20I: January 26, 2016, against Australia at Adelaide, Australia.
• Also Jersey Number: #228 (India), #228 (Domestic)
• Domestic/State Team: Baroda, Mumbai Indians, Indian Board Presidents XI
• Coach/Mentor: Ajay Pawar
• Also Batting Style: Right-handed
• Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium
• Favourite Shot: Straight Drive

Records and Achievements:

• • Hardik Pandya has made significant contributions to Indian cricket:
    • He made his ODI debut on October 16, 2016, against New Zealand in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India.
    • His Test debut was on July 26, 2017, also against Sri Lanka in Galle, Sri Lanka.
    • In T20Is, he played his first match on January 26, 2016, against Australia in Adelaide, Australia.
    • Notably, in 2016, he also topped the run charts in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 377 runs and taking 10 wickets.
    • He has also been an integral part of the Mumbai Indians team in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Controversies:

• In 2019, he faced controversy due to sexist comments made during an episode of ‘Koffee with Karan’ alongside KL Rahul.
• In November 2021, he was also accused of rape-molestation by the wife of one of Dawood Ibrahim’s aides. The case remains under investigation.

Lifestyle:

• Cars: While details of his full car collection are not widely known, he confirmed ownership of a black Jaguar SVR F-Pace in 2019.
• Residence: Hardik Pandya resides in Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

Hobbies:

• Hardik Pandya enjoys a fearless approach to cricket, often displaying his big-hitting abilities.
• His hobbies include travelling and also listening to music.

• Tattoos: He has multiple tattoos on his body, including one commemorating the birth date of his son Agastya.