'Luck comes to people who': Pandya recalls his conversation with Dravid before making India comeback

Team India continued their onslaught against Bangladesh and continued their undefeated streak as the T20 World Cup continues. The team has put up a strong effort and despite having some problems with the shot selection of the openers, the middle order continues to shine bright. The Rohit Sharma-led side showcased intent against a young and energetic Bangladesh, who were hungry for a win. Hardik Pandya has officially let go of his worn-out form in the IPL as he has been nothing less than immaculate while on national duty. Pandya contributed with the bat and also delivered well with the ball. After the match, Pandya opened up on the conversation he had with the team coach before making a comeback into the Indian side.

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Hardik Pandya reveals the conversation he had before making his Team India comeback

At the post-match presentation ceremony, Hardik Pandya was adjudged as the 'Player of the Match' and was asked about the team's performance. The Team India vice-captain exclaimed that the squad played good cricket. He also touched upon his comeback from the injury he sustained and revealed the golden conversation he had with coach Rahul Dravid as he made his return to the national side.

"I think we've played really good cricket, we've stuck together and really executed our plans... At certain situations, everyone has stepped up. I did realise batters wanted to use the breeze. Just making sure I didn't give them free hits where the wind was blowing, it was about being one step ahead of the batter.

"For me, I've always been very fortunate to play for the country. It was a freak injury which happened [in the 2023 World Cup]. I tried to come back, but god had some other plans. The other day, I was speaking to Rahul sir, and he said luck comes to people who work hard. That has stuck with me, and I just want to keep my head down and keep working hard," Pandya said as quoted by ESPN Cricinfo.

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Team India has overcome Afghanistan and Bangladesh in the Super 8, but their biggest challenge is yet to come. The Rohit Sharma-led side will now face Australia at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia.