Ishan Kishan, lefthanded wicketkeeper-batsman, has praised Indian vice captain and his Mumbai Indians (MI) Hardik Pandya for his outstanding work and determination as India won the 2024 T20 World Cup. Kishan, noted for his aggressive batting, posted to Instagram to congratulate his Mumbai Indians (MI) captain for his dedication, focus, and hard work in turning things around after a rough IPL 2024 season.

Hardik Pandya's brilliant bowling spell was crucial to India's World Cup victory. In the final versus South Africa, Pandya's superb bowling spells devastation for the opposition. He removed the in-form Heinrich Klaasen for 52 on the first ball of the 17th over, a critical breakthrough that swung the tide in India's favour. Pandya maintained his heroics in the final over, removing the dangerous David Miller with the first delivery and holding his nerve to defend 15 runs, reducing South Africa to 169/8 and securing India's exciting triumph.

Ishan Kishan posted a touching video on Instagram, embracing Hardik Pandya and expressing his admiration. Kishan's heartfelt message highlighted Pandya’s journey through hardships and praised his calm and focused demeanor.

"You faced so many things these past few months yet you stayed calm and focused. And today Bhaiya, you got the result of your hard-work, honesty and sincerity. There’s so much more i feel and want to say but words will fall short. You are a champion and you are rare," Ishan Kishan wrote on Instagram

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Indian Champion All-rounder Pandya's overall performance throughout the event was an award to his ability and determination. He scored 144 runs at an excellent average of 48 and took 11 wickets at a remarkable average of 17.36. His contributions with both bat and ball were critical to India's successful World Cup campaign.