"Nerves Were Checked": Hardik Pandya On Challenges While Facing Pakistan in Asia Cup

30.08.2022 - 05:59 sports.ndtv.com

One man who seemed to do no wrong in the high-voltage India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2022 clash was Hardik Pandya. He not only picked three crucial wickets to restrict Pakistan to below 150, but also stayed unbeaten till the end to take India over the line in a tricky chase.

With most of the Indian top batters back in the dug-out, Hardik took it upon himself to steer his team to a five-wicket win.

It was yet another validation of Hardik's abilities in the limited overs formats. After the victory against the arch-rivals, Hardik spoke on the challenges presented by the Babar Azam-led Pakistan in the game. "First of all, very happy to get this win because it was very important for us.

Our nerves were checked, as a team we were kind of challenged as well but loved the way he (Jadeja) came out and played as well.

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