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[Watch] Hardik Pandya Instructs Security To Leave Young Fans Who Invaded Pitch In SMAT Semis

Abhinav Tyagi

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On Friday, December 13, Baroda locked horns against Mumbai in the first semi-finals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Eyes were on Hardik Pandya, who has been in exceptional form in the ongoing edition. 

However, Pandya failed to shine against Mumbai and scored just 5 (6), which featured a solitary four. Meanwhile, Pandya had a decent outing with the ball as he gave just 29 runs in his four overs and took a solitary wicket. 

It was not enough as Mumbai chased down the target with 16 balls in hand and registered a six-wicket win. Meanwhile, a heartwarming gesture from Pandya has been doing rounds on the internet. 

In the viral clip, two young fans invaded the pitch mid-match to meet their idol. Pandya was generous to meet and hug them. However, the security officers soon escorted the fans out of the ground. 

As they were taking the fans out of the ground, Pandya stopped the security and signalled them not to take any harsh treatment. 

Hardik Pandya's Show In SMAT 2024

In the ongoing SMAT edition, Pandya has been brilliant with the bat as he has scored 246 runs in seven innings and averaged 49.20.  He started the tournament on a positive note as he smashed four fourty-plus scores. However, his performance dipped towards the business end of the tournament and scored just 15 runs in last three matches. 

Also with the ball, Pandya has taken six wickets and also has maintained an economy of 8.53.