Fans salute Hardik Pandya on Twitter as he hits 87 under pressure to rescue India against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 Group A match

Vice-captain of Indian team Hardik Pandya along with Ishan Kishan pulled out India from crisis.

The stage is set for an electrifying clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023, held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. However, India's start to the game was far from ideal, as they lost their star-batters, including captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to Shaheen Afridi. The situation appeared ideal for Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya to combine forces to script a remarkable partnership that not only reconstruct the Indian innings.

India-Pakistan rivalry is one of the most intense and passionate in international cricket. When these two cricketing giants face each other, it's not just a game; it's a battle for pride and glory. Asia Cup 2023 encounter at Pallekele promised to be a nail-biting affair. However, early wickets put India on the back foot, desperately needing a partnership to regain control of the match.

Ishan Kishan was the initial aggressor, playing a pivotal role in steadying the Indian innings. His composed innings of 82 runs off 81 balls showcased his talent and temperament under pressure. Kishan's ability to find gaps and rotate the strike effectively laid the foundation for India

Hardik Pandya's stellar performance of 87

Hardik Pandya, on the other hand, played an anchoring innings of immense importance. Amidst the pressure of the India-Pakistan rivalry, he showcased incredible composure and maturity. Pandya's 87 runs off 90 balls, consisted of seven boundaries and a six, demonstrated his versatility as a batsman. He knew when to rotate strike and when to attack, guiding India to a competitive total.

Social media platforms erupted with praise for Hardik Pandya's stellar performance. Twitter was ablaze with reactions from fans. Many hailed him as the savior of the innings, appreciating his ability to handle pressure with grace.

Here is how twitter reacted:

In a high-stakes encounter against arch-rivals Pakistan at Asia Cup 2023 in Pallekele, Hardik Pandya's heroic innings, alongside Ishan Kishan's brilliance, turned the tide in India's favor. Their partnership of 138 runs not only rescued India from a bad situation.