Following Mumbai Indians’s dominant 99-run victory over Gujarat Titans on April 20, a touching off-field moment quickly went viral. A video showing Mahieka Sharma, partner of MI captain Hardik Pandya, rushing toward him for a celebratory hug captured widespread attention on social media.
Because the team bus reached the hotel (or during post-match celebrations on the stadium), Mahieka was seen stepping forward and running toward Hardik. In a scene paying homage to a movie, she embraced the all-rounder warmly, marking Mumbai’s first major win of the season.
Fans also noticed the happiness on Hardik’s face, with many suggesting that Mahieka has been his “lucky charm” because the couple made their relationship public on Instagram earlier this yr. Watch the video here:
Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend got off the bus, ran towards him, and hugged him after Mumbai Indians’ victory.💙 pic.twitter.com/Q6icxDfh83
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) April 20, 2026
This was not the primary time the couple grabbed attention. Just last month, Mahieka Sharma was seen on the sector at Narendra Modi Stadium celebrating India’s 2026 T20 World Cup triumph alongside Hardik Pandya. On that occasion, Hardik told broadcasters, “Since Mahieka got here into my life, I even have only been winning.”
Hardik Pandya Praises Tilak Varma
Hardik Pandya commended Tilak Varma for his match-winning century and applauded his team’s overall performance following their commanding 99-run win over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. Speaking on the post-match presentation, Pandya underlined the importance of the victory for Mumbai Indians’s campaign, appreciating each individual excellence and team execution.
“Very necessary. It’s all the time tough to win away from home. Also, Ahmedabad has not been a favourable venue for Mumbai Indians, so this win feels very satisfying,” Pandya said.
Considered one of the standout moments of the match was Tilak Varma’s maiden IPL century, which helped Mumbai post a complete of 199/5. The captain had special words for the teenager, noting that the innings got here at the fitting time and made a huge impact.
“Tilak has immense talent and doesn’t need much guidance. It was only a matter of time before he delivered. This innings was crucial for him, for the team, and for Mumbai Indians,” he added.
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