Not Rohit Sharma, Nor Even Virat Kohli: Hardik Pandya Achieves ‘This’ Massive Milestone in T20I Cricket History

In a stunning display of versatility, Hardik Pandya became the first Indian batter to score a T20I fifty from all three middle-order positions—No. 5, No. 6, and No. 7. His record-breaking achievement came during India’s innings in the fourth T20I against England at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, where India posted 181/9 in 20 overs.

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Hardik Pandya ~ 1st Indian batter to Score T20I 50s in all Three batting Positions!#INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/LVP9qtLGkh

— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) January 31, 2025

Hardik Pandya’s Historic Feat Across Three Positions

Hardik Pandya’s ability to adapt and excel across different batting positions makes him a unique asset for India. On Friday, he achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first Indian batter to score a fifty in each of the three crucial middle-order spots—No. 5, No. 6, and No. 7—in T20Is.

After early setbacks, with India reduced to 12/3 in the second over, Hardik’s match-winning partnership with Shivam Dube (53 off 34 balls) brought India back into the contest. The duo put on 97 runs for the 6th wicket, with Pandya being the standout performer. He reached his fifty in just 27 balls, guiding India to a competitive total of 181/9.

Pandya’s attacking style was evident as he didn’t shy away from taking on England’s bowlers, especially Jamie Overton and Brydon Carse, who were on target in the middle overs.

India’s Middle-Order Savior

Hardik Pandya’s remarkable adaptability across all three positions in the middle order is a testament to his growth as a T20 player. Whether finishing matches at No. 6, stabilizing the innings at No. 5, or accelerating the score from No. 7, Pandya continues to prove that he is one of India’s finest all-rounders in the T20 format.

With his all-round abilities and newly achieved record, Pandya is setting new benchmarks and showing the world that versatility is a key trait of his cricketing persona.