Plan was to develop a big partnership, bat deep: Pandya

Following his side’s five-wicket win over Pakistan in their ICC T20 World Cup match, star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya said that the plan was to develop a big partnership with Virat Kohli and bat deep.
An explosive half-century by star batter Virat Kohli and a century stand with Hardik Pandya helped India defeat Pakistan by four wickets in their Group 2, Super 12 match of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday. “We wanted to form a partnership and bat deep. We did not have the option of going for big shots as we were four down. We had the belief we could win,” said Pandya after the match.
Reflecting on his journey in these past six months, Pandya said that his journey has been fantastic and he would not change anything for it.
“I had told Rahul sir (Rahul Dravid, head coach) that this is all I wanted to do after my comeback to the game, enjoy it, contribute as much as possible. There are certain standards I want to play with. I would like to thank everyone who supported me, including my family, trainers, physio etc. They all gave me confidence and ease,” he added.