Hardik Pandya reveals what he said to ball before taking wicket

Hardik Pandya took wickets of Imam-ul-Haq on the same delivery before which he was seen whispering during IND vs PAK match.

Oct 15, 2023 - 20:01

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Hardik Pandya reveals what he said to ball before taking wicket

Three victories in a row were recorded by Team India in the ODI World Cup 2023. The team, which recently defeated their archrivals Pakistan in match No. 12 of the competition at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, has been in sensational form throughout the tournament.

However, one of the most discussed moments of the match occurred during the first innings when Imam-ul-Haq was bowled over by all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who was overheard whispering to the ball.

Regarding the aforementioned matter, Pandya emerged to divulge his statement to the ball. "In order to bowl good, I essentially hurled insults at myself," the 29-year-old told Star Sports.Pandya concluded his spell by dismissing Mohammad Nawaz and Imam-ul-Haq for a total of two wickets. Pandya consequently surrendered 34 runs in the six overs that he bowled.

India continues winning streak in World Cup 2023

With regard to India's ODI World Cup 2023 performances, the team led by Rohit Sharma is unblemished in the competition at this time. Thus far, the group has embarked on a trip against Australia, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, all of which it has successfully concluded in victory.

All eyes were on the team's match against archrivals Pakistan following their outstanding performances against Australia and Afghanistan. In Ahmedabad, India emerged victorious, dismissing the Babar Azam-led side for a combined sum of 191 runs.

Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Hardik Pandya, and Ravindra Jadeja all claimed two wickets each as the team displayed exceptional prowess with the ball. India got off to an outstanding start due to the brilliance of captain Rohit Sharma, who was tasked with pursuing the target. Rohit's spectacular 86 runs off 63 deliveries was critical to India's victory.

In addition, Shreyas Iyer contributed 53 runs to the scoreboard as India extended their winning streak and prevailed by seven wickets.