I would be working at a petrol pump if there was no money in cricket: Hardik Pandya

Indian ace all-rounder Hardik Pandya from living in a small matchbox-sized apartment (Baroda) to owning a luxury property in Mumbai, it was extraordinary. His skills and talents not only allowed him to name India, but his IPL franchise, Mumbai Indians, also made a name for himself.

Over the past few years, Pandya has acted as the perfect finisher for India, staying in top shape and even producing some handy overs if the captain demands it. In recent events, Pandya has opened the door to various aspects of his life, such as growing his life from all the hardships of his childhood and his father’s role in their development.

Hardik Pandya has been able to play the role of a perfect finisher for India over the years and used to bowl a few overs too, but at the moment he is not bowling, which is a cause of concern for the teams. Everyone would like Hardik Pandya to bowl in the T20 World Cup, because this mega event of Team India is very important.

Hardik Pandya also told about the huge amount received in the IPL auction and how it affects the lives of the players and what changes after getting the contract in IPL. Talking to Cricket Monthly, Hardik said, “You need a strong mind to understand what is happening.

Me and Krunal were very strong, so we were able to accept the fact that there is money, but we Lets make sure we never lift our feet off the ground. It may look like I’m flying and all that, but I know that at the end of the day, my foot is always on the ground.

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Money is good bro. It changes a lot. I am one of those examples. Otherwise I would have worked at the petrol pump. I’m not kidding. For me, my family was the priority, to make sure my family had a good life. “Pandya also revealed how money is vital to motivate a player to perform well in cricket.

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With so many cash on offers, the players get emotional to perform as Rashi changes the lives of their families. He has also said that many people would not even be playing cricket if there was not that much money involved. He said, “In 2019, I had a conversation with someone who was saying that ‘for all your young people’ money shouldn’t matter. I disagreed.

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When a boy from a village or a small town would get a big deal. So, he doesn’t keep it for himself, he takes care of his parents, he takes care of his relatives. Money makes a difference. And it gives motivation too. There is a misconception that people have to think about money. Don’t talk. I don’t believe in it, because you are passionate about sports and money matters too. Without money, don’t know how many people will play cricket.”