Hardik Pandya has faced a tough time recently, especially after being booed during an IPL match. However, his sister-in-law, Pankhuri Sharma, has come to his defense, while his wife, Natasa Stankovic, has remained silent.
Hardik Pandya endured significant criticism during the IPL 2024, particularly after taking over as the captain of the Mumbai Indians from Rohit Sharma.
Following some losses, fans began to boo him during live matches. Despite this, Hardik maintained his composure and silenced his critics with a stellar performance in the T20 World Cup, playing a crucial role in India’s victory.
After India’s World Cup win, Pankhuri Sharma posted supportive messages and pictures on Instagram, praising Hardik for his resilience. She expressed pride in his ability to stay strong despite the negativity and addressed the trolls directly, writing:
“We are so so proud of you Hp!!!! I’m running short of words when it comes to this day. So proud of the way u carried yourself through all the things that were going against you to standing the tallest & strongest amongst it. And to all the people who said things about you – well BOO to you too!”
Silence from Natasa Stankovic
In contrast, Hardik’s wife, Natasa Stankovic, did not post anything about his or Team India’s success, fueling ongoing rumors about their potential divorce. Nevertheless, Hardik remained focused on his performance. After the win, he shared a video reminiscing about his childhood dream of playing for India and expressed gratitude for living that dream.
Speaking to a broadcaster after the match, Hardik revealed the emotional toll of the criticism and how he managed to stay strong. He mentioned that there were moments in the past six months when he felt like crying but held back his tears. He shared:
“Us time pe pora 6 mahine aise laga mere jo 6 mahine gaye hai.. Vo wapas aa gaye. Kya hua kya nahi hua.. Aur mai bahut control kiya. Jab mujhe rona bhi tha, mai nahi roya.”
He further added that he didn’t want to give satisfaction to those who were happy during his tough times. Instead, he focused on his performance, and the final match’s challenging situation provided him with a chance to shine, thanks to God’s grace.
“Kyunki mujhe logon ko nahi dikhana tha. Jitne log jo khush ho rahe the mere difficult time mein, mujhe aur unko khushi nahi deni thi, aur mai kabhi nahi dunga. Lekin aaj jo 6 mahine gujre. Poore tareeke se chalu hua aur dekhiye upar wale ki kripa dekhiye, mauka bhi kaisa mila. Aakhiri over mein aisa situation aaya jo mai imagine bhi nai kr paya. Aur kya batau I am speechless.”
In conclusion, Hardik’s story is a testament to the power of staying calm and grateful in the face of adversity, proving that every person can overcome bad times with the right attitude.
