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Hardik Pandya's Heartfelt Gesture: Why His Six Hitting a Cameraman Shook Him

Hardik Pandya played a blistering knock but the match had a worrying moment. One of his massive sixes struck a cameraman stationed near the boundary. Showing great concern, Pandya went to check on him personally after the innings ended. It was a touching display of sportsmanship amid a dominant Indian victory.

Key Points: Hardik Pandya Checks on Cameraman After Six Hits Him in Ahmedabad

  • Pandya smashed a rapid 63 off 25 balls with five sixes in the series decider
  • One powerful strike accidentally hit a boundary-side cameraman on the shoulder
  • After India's innings, Pandya personally checked on and embraced the injured cameraman
  • India won by 30 runs to clinch the T20I series 3-1 against South Africa
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I got really worried: Hardik's shot hits cameraman, allrounder checks on him after match

Hardik Pandya smashed 63 runs but was shaken after a six hit a cameraman. After the match, he personally checked on him, showing true sportsmanship.

"I got really worried inside because it was quite a clean hit. I just thought I would say sorry and check in. - Hardik Pandya"

New Delhi, Dec 20

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya capped off a memorable T20I series against South Africa with a stunning display of power-hitting and a touching gesture of sportsmanship during the fifth and final match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, as he checked on the cameraman after one of his sixes bruised the latter’s shoulder.

Continuing his rich vein of form, Pandya smashed 63 runs from just 25 deliveries, peppering the stands with five towering sixes as India piled pressure on the visitors. One of those strikes, however, led to an unexpected moment when the ball crashed into a cameraman stationed near the boundary.

The cameraman escaped with just a bruise, and the incident prompted an immediate and heartfelt response from Pandya. Once the Indian innings concluded, the 30-year-old walked over to the boundary to personally check on the cameraperson.

In a video later shared by the BCCI, Pandya can be seen inspecting the part of the body where the ball struck, assisting with an ice pack provided as first aid, and embracing the cameraman in an apologetic gesture.

Reflecting on the incident, Pandya admitted he was shaken by what could have been a far more dangerous outcome.

“God was with me as well, that it didn't go anywhere above that, it hit him in the place where it will be bruised tomorrow, but at the same point of time, he was a very lucky man. I am very grateful that it didn't go higher. I got really worried inside because it was quite a clean hit. I just thought I would say sorry and check in. I have seen him around all the 10-11 years of my career. Just wanted to make sure that he was fine,” Pandya said in the video.

On the field, India were firmly in control throughout the contest. Tilak Varma complemented Pandya’s onslaught with a composed 73, guiding the hosts to an imposing total of 231 for 5. South Africa mounted a spirited chase, but Varun Chakravarthy’s four-wicket haul curtailed their momentum, restricting them to 201 for 8.

India ultimately secured a 30-run win, concluding the series with a decisive 3–1 outcome and emphasising their superiority in the shortest format.

- IANS

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Rohit P
That shot was monstrous! But seriously, safety for the ground staff needs to be looked at. They are so close to the boundary without proper protection. BCCI should install better nets or barriers.
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Aman W
What a series win! Hardik's form is a massive boost for the T20 World Cup. And this gesture... small things matter. Respect increased tenfold.
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Sarah B
As someone new to watching cricket in India, this was heartwarming to see. The cameraman was so gracious too. It's more than just a game.
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Vikram M
Glad the cameraman is okay. Hardik was genuinely worried, you could see it on his face. On a different note, his batting was pure fire! 63 off 25 is just brutal.
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Karthik V
While the gesture is appreciated, let's not forget this is basic human decency. We shouldn't over-praise stars for doing the bare minimum. The real praise should go to the cameraman doing his job in a risky spot.

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