The Indian cricket team made history on Thursday by securing a hard-fought victory against England in the T20 World Cup semi-final. This win marks their entry into the final, where they will face New Zealand this Sunday. The match, held at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, drew a crowd of over 30,000 spectators, including several Bollywood celebrities.
One highlight of the match was the emotional moment involving Hardik Pandya’s son, Agastya, who displayed an unexpected reaction during India’s innings. His frustration erupted when Hardik was dismissed, and Mahieka Sharma, Hardik’s girlfriend, appeared momentarily taken aback by his response.
India batted first after England captain Harry Brook chose to field. Sanju Samson scored an impressive 89 runs, setting India up for a substantial total on a favorable pitch. Hardik Pandya eventually entered the game, taking a moment to settle in before hitting two sixes. However, he was run out in the final over while attempting to take an extra run, prompting commentators to scrutinize his shot selection—an opinion echoed by Agastya’s visible displeasure.
As Hardik made his way back to the dressing room, Agastya called out to him several times before Mahieka stepped in to gain his attention. The young boy confronted his father about his shot choice, expressing his discontent with animated gestures. This candid moment was captured during the live broadcast and quickly gained traction on social media, with users commenting on the young boy’s fiery reaction to Hardik’s dismissal. Despite the earlier setback, Hardik contributed significantly with his bowling performance, taking a crucial wicket and helping secure India’s victory.
On a personal note, Agastya is the son of Hardik and his ex-wife, actress Natasa Stankovic. The couple, who married in 2020, finalized their divorce in 2024, yet continue to co-parent their son amicably. Hardik has since begun a relationship with Mahieka Sharma, a 25-year-old model and actress, whom he officially recognized on social media earlier this year. Mahieka has been a constant presence at matches throughout the World Cup, supporting Hardik as India approaches the final showdown against New Zealand this Sunday at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.