On July 6, 2024, Krunal Pandya took to social media to express his deep emotions about his brother Hardik Pandya’s remarkable comeback and success in the T20 World Cup. Krunal, who was visibly moved, shared a heartfelt post praising Hardik’s resilience through recent challenges and his pivotal role in India’s World Cup victory.
Over the past few months, Hardik faced severe criticism, particularly after being unexpectedly named captain of the Mumbai Indians for IPL 2024, a decision met with backlash from fans and experts alike. Despite the negativity, Hardik endured boos from the crowd and a tough season that saw the team finish at the bottom of the table.
In his post, Krunal reflected on the emotional journey of the past decade, highlighting how Hardik persevered through adversity. He wrote about the harsh criticism Hardik faced and how people overlooked the fact that he is a human being with feelings. Krunal admired how Hardik remained focused on his goal of winning the T20 World Cup for India, despite the public scorn he endured.
Krunal Pandya’s heartfelt message
“It’s almost been a decade since Hardik and I started playing professional cricket. And the last few days have been like a fairy tale that we’ve dreamt off,” he wrote. “Like every countryman I’ve lived this through our teams’ heroics and I couldn’t be more emotional with my brother being at the heart of it.”
“The last six months have been the toughest for Hardik. He simply didn’t deserve what he went through, and as a brother, I felt very, very bad for him. From booing, to people saying all kinds of nasty things, at the end of the day, we all forgot that he is just a human being who also has emotions. He somehow passed through all of this with a smile, though I know how hard it was for him to put on a smile. He kept working hard and focusing on what he needed to do to get the World Cup since that was his ultimate objective,” he added.
“Hardik, I am so, so proud of you. I love you so much, and you deserve every bit of happiness and all the good things that are coming your way. I have immense respect for you, my bachhu,” Krunal concluded.
Hardik’s efforts culminated in a stellar performance at the T20 World Cup, where he played a crucial role in the final against South Africa. He took three key wickets, including that of Heinrich Klaasen, and helped India secure victory by defending a challenging target in the last over.
Krunal’s emotional tribute celebrated Hardik’s achievements and the personal sacrifices he made. He praised his brother for his determination and success, expressing immense pride and love for him.
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