Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya was caught in an awkward situation after Christmas dinner in Mumbai, but his reaction went viral on social media platforms. Pandya was coming out of a restaurant with his girlfriend Mahika Sharma when a fan approached him for a selfie and started behaving rudely when he refused.
The all-rounder was last seen in action during the recent three-match T20 series against South Africa. Pandya played a key role in India’s 3-1 win over the Proteas. He scored 142 runs at an average of 71 and a strike rate of 186.84, which included two half-centuries. The fast bowler also took three wickets in four innings.
Hardik Pandya maintains his composure during uncomfortable incident with fan
Hardik Pandya found himself in an uncomfortable situation after the Christmas dinner. He was leaving a restaurant with his girlfriend when several fans gathered outside hoping to take a selfie with him. Pandya took time out to pose for a few pictures before heading towards his car.
Due to security and huge crowd it became difficult for everyone to get closer. A fan, who could not reach him, became angry and made derogatory comments. However, the all-rounder remained calm and kept going.
It was unclear whether he heard the comment or chose to ignore it. The video of that moment later went viral on social media, with many praising Pandya for remaining calm and handling the situation with maturity. The incident also showed how difficult it can be for players to deal with constant public attention.
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A fan tried to go near Hardik Pandya for a selfie but could not get close.
๐๐ฎ๐ป: ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ข (Go to hell)
๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ธ: Either did not hear, or heard and chose to ignore.
This incident happened… pic.twitter.com/B929w11Iwi
– Jara (@JARA_Memer) 25 December 2025
Hardik Pandya earned a lot of praise after his match-winning performance in the T20 series
Hardik Pandya made a big impact in the T20 series and received praise from the opposition team as well. After the final match in Ahmedabad, South Africa coach Shukri Conrad said that Pandya should have been the player of the series. He believes that Pandya was the main difference between the two teams throughout the series.
In the final T20I at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Pandya scored 63 runs off just 25 balls, which included five fours and five sixes. His innings helped India score more than 215 runs. He scored a half-century in just 15 balls, which is the second fastest half-century for India.
Pandya also scored an unbeaten 59 runs in the opening T20 match and got India out of a difficult situation. He is expected to be a key player as India prepare to defend their T20 World Cup title early next year. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team and Akshar Patel will be his deputy.
Hardik Pandya named in Baroda squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
Hardik Pandya was named in the Baroda squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. India are set to host New Zealand in January before the T20 World Cup begins in February. Many senior players have opted to participate in domestic tournaments.
Baroda have already started their campaign with a win over Assam. Hardik did not play in the initial match. His availability for the subsequent games is still unclear, but his inclusion in the squad indicates his intention to be match ready.
Hardik’s name also figures in India’s plans for the New Zealand T20I and the 2026 T20 World Cup. Their participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy gives them a chance to keep the momentum going, and staying fit and in form will be important as the team looks to defend their title.
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