Hardik Pandya Remains India's Most Important Tactical Asset Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026
Hardik Pandya remains firmly established as one of the most impactful all-rounders in modern T20 cricket, with experts highlighting his critical role in India's tactical setup for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. The Mumbai Indians star, who rose to prominence through the IPL, is celebrated for his ability to influence games with both bat and ball.
Known for his brisk seam bowling and fearless power-hitting, Pandya provides the crucial balance that allows India to field a flexible bowling attack without sacrificing batting depth. His capacity to either finish an innings explosively or rebuild from a difficult position makes him India's most important tactical asset heading into the tournament, where he is expected to be a vital asset on home pitches.
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“The right-hander is known for his brisk seam bowling, fearless power-hitting, and can change the course of a game within a few overs.”
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| Select | Rank | Player | Team | run-scorers |
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#1 | Mumbai Indians | 7046 runs | ||
#2 | Mumbai Indians | 4311 runs | ||
#3 | Mumbai Indians | 3309 runs | ||
| #4 | Mumbai Indians | 2749 runs | ||
| #5 | Mumbai Indians | 1499 runs |
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“The right-hander is known for his brisk seam bowling, fearless power-hitting, and can change the course of a game within a few overs.”
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