TOP STORIES

Hardik Pandya makes blistering return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy

Saturday, 03-Jan-2026, 10:18 AM
News

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya announced his return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy in a destructive fashion. Playing for Baroda against Vidarbha on Saturday at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Khandheri, Rajkot, the all-rounder produced a breathtaking century that lit up the showdown. Batting at No. 4, Hardik constructed his innings in style, maintaining a measured approach.

At one stage, he was 66 off 62 balls. But what followed was a massive shift that completely altered the momentum of the innings. Over the next 30 deliveries, Hardik exploded, scoring 67 runs and dismantling the Vidarbha bowling attack.

The most eye-catching moment came in the 39th over, which was bowled by left-arm spinner Parth Rekhade. Hardik took on the spinner, smashing five consecutive sixes before finishing the over with a boundary. In the 39th over, Pandya collected 34 runs, propelling him to a blistering century in 68 balls. Hardik finally departed for a magnificent 133 off 92 balls, powering his side to a competitive total of 293/9 in 50 overs.


Tags

More News

News

"We keep talking about developing him": Indian coach gives brutal assessment of Nitish Reddy's performance

22 mins ago

Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate gave an honest assessment in the wake of India’s defeat in the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday in Rajkot. Doeschate spoke candidly on all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy’s performances while also flagging concerns about captain Rohit Sharma’s match readiness.

Reddy, who was the only change in India’s playing XI for the seco...


News

Canada unveil T20 World Cup 2026 squad

1 hr ago

Canada have unveiled their 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, 2026. All-rounder Dilpreet Bajwa has been named captain and will lead the side as they look to make an impact on the global stage. 

Canada are featuring in Group D, alongside South Africa, New Ze...


News

Pakistan to host Australia ahead of T20I World Cup 2026

2 hrs ago

Pakistan are set to host Australia in a three-match T20I series in the build-up to the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The series will be crucial for both sides in their preparations for the global event. 

This will also mark Australia’s return to T20 cricket in Pakistan after a four-year gap. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium ...


News

WPL 2026: Struggling UP Warriorz lock horns with high-flying MI

2 hrs ago

UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians are ready to cross swords in the eighth match of the ongoing WPL 2026 encounter, scheduled to be played on Thursday in Navi Mumbai. Both sides head into the contest from contrasting positions on the points table. On one hand, UP Warriorz are still searching for a win, and on the other, Mumbai Indians are brimming with confidence w...


News

ACB limits players' availability to three foreign leagues per year

3 hrs ago

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has taken a massive step by approving a new policy that limits their players’ participation in overseas leagues. Under the decision, Afghan cricketers will be allowed to feature in only three international franchise leagues per year, in addition to competing in the board’s own upcoming five-team franchise-based T20 tournament.

"To prote...