Hardik Pandya has etched his name in T20 international cricket history, becoming the first fast bowler globally to achieve a remarkable double milestone. During the recent T20I clash against South Africa, Pandya crossed the significant mark of 100 wickets in the format, adding to his already impressive tally of over 1000 T20I runs. This achievement positions him as a pioneering all-rounder in T20 cricket’s fast-bowling fraternity. He is now the fourth all-rounder overall to reach this dual accomplishment, following in the footsteps of spinners Shakib Al Hasan, Mohammad Nabi, and Sikandar Raza. Pandya’s consistent performances with both bat and ball underscore his pivotal role in India’s T20 strategy. His ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs and score quick runs makes him an invaluable asset to the team. The match itself saw India comfortably chase down South Africa’s target, with stellar contributions that secured an important victory.
