Hardik Pandya smashed a 16-ball half-century against South Africa in Ahmedabad, becoming the fastest Indian to score a T20I fifty.
In Ahmedabad, Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya produced a stunning performance against South Africa, smashing a half-century in quick time. Pandya reached his fifty in just 16 balls, becoming the second-fastest Indian player to score a T20I half-century, breaking Abhishek Sharma’s previous record.
The fifth and final T20I match between India and South Africa was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. India won the match by 30 runs, sealing the series in style.
Hardik Pandya’s explosive knock played a crucial role in India’s victory. Earlier, Abhishek Sharma had held the record for the fastest T20I fifty by an Indian, having reached the milestone in 17 balls against England. Pandya’s new record now places him at the top among Indian players in this category.