Hardik Pandya, India’s most vibrant all-rounder, has achieved a remarkable feat in his life as a cricketer with this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) being his 150th IPL match and his 300th T20 game. The 2025 IPL season has yet another feather in Pandya’s illustrious career cap, cementing his place among the sport’s most dominant players.
A Journey to Remember
Pandya’s trajectory in T20 cricket has been nothing but spectacular. Starting from his early days at Mumbai Indians to his leadership stint with Gujarat Titans, Pandya has showcased his all-round talent in every aspect of the game from explosive batting to crucial bowling performances. The ability to perform under pressure and deliver with bat and ball alike has earned him the fan’s heart and become a key performer for India in international cricket.
Since making his IPL debut in 2015, Pandya has become the byword for match-winning performance. He has been a vital member of Mumbai Indians, contributing heavily to their championship successes, and is still an asset to Gujarat Titans, particularly in his captaincy role.
Impressive Stats of Hardik Pandya
Pandya’s numbers put him among the most decorated T20 players globally. He has amassed 5,512 runs in all T20 cricket at an average of 29.63 and strike rate of 142.20. Of his 21 half-centuries, his best is 91. While his batting has been impressive, he has also impressed with the ball, claiming 203 wickets at an average of 27.83, with best bowling figures of 5/36.
For India, Pandya has played 114 T20Is, accumulating 1,812 runs at a rate of 27.87 and a strike rate of more than 141. He has scored five fifties, with the highest being 71*. With the ball, he has picked up 94 wickets at 26.43, with his best bowling being 4/16, ranking him the third-highest wicket-taker for India in T20Is.
IPL Legacy of Hardik Pandya
Pandya is a five-time IPL title winner, having won four with Mumbai Indians and one with Gujarat Titans. In his IPL career so far, he has made 2,686 runs at an average of 28.27 and a strike rate of 146.45. With the ball too, he has chipped in with 77 wickets at an average of 31.25.
For Mumbai Indians, Pandya has scored 1,853 runs at 118 games’ average of 25.38 and strike rate of 153.14. He has also taken 66 wickets, with best bowling figures of 5/36.
During his stint with Gujarat Titans, Pandya has made 833 runs in 31 games, with a remarkable average of 37.86 and strike rate of more than 133. His highest score for the Titans stands at an unbeaten 87*, and he has claimed 11 wickets for the team.
The Importance of 300 T20 Matches
To achieve 300 T20 games is an achievement by itself. Pandya has been a regular face in domestic T20 tournaments, international cricket, and global tournaments. His fitness and consistency over such a long time in a format that expects explosive outputs indicate his dedication and love for the game. This also indicates his increasing pull in international cricket.