Irfan Pathan has once again drawn attention after criticising Hardik Pandya for his slow knock in the recent T20I between India and South Africa. His remarks have reopened past debates about whether he holds a bias against the star all rounder.
Irfan questions Hardik’s approach on a tricky pitch
Irfan said the game can shift quickly, noting that Hardik looked solid a day earlier on a different pitch. He added that Hardik’s stand and deliver style did not work here because a surface with low pace or bounce demands better foot movement.
Hardik’s slow knock fuels fresh criticism
Hardik faced 23 balls and scored only 20 runs before being caught by Dewald Brevis. Although the pitch was tough to bat on, expectations from a player of Hardik’s calibre remain high. When those are not met, criticism becomes unavoidable.
Fans recall Irfan’s earlier disagreements with Hardik
Many fans believe Irfan has a history of being harsh on Hardik. They remember claims that he was removed from the IPL commentary panel of 2025 for similar reasons. Despite Irfan denying any rivalry, social media users remain unconvinced.
Online debate reignites old feud
The latest comments have encouraged people online to call out what they see as a grudge. Supporters argue that criticism is fine but must be balanced, and praise should come when the same player performs well.
