Hardik Pandya's IND vs SA Masterclass: T20 World Cup Captaincy Beckons

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News18•10-12-2025, 09:27
Hardik Pandya's IND vs SA Masterclass: T20 World Cup Captaincy Beckons
- •India defeated South Africa by 101 runs in the first T20I.
- •Hardik Pandya scored an unbeaten 59 off 28 balls, including 6 fours and 4 sixes, after India was 78/4.
- •Pandya also took a wicket and was awarded Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
- •The article suggests Hardik Pandya should be given the T20 World Cup captaincy.
Why It Matters: India's T20 World Cup hopes may hinge on Hardik Pandya's captaincy.
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