Hardik Himanshu Pandya is a professional cricketer from India who currently plays for the Indian national team and for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler.

Pandya was born on October 11, 1993, in Baroda, Gujarat, India. He started playing cricket at a young age and represented his state team, Baroda, in domestic cricket. He made his debut for the Indian team in 2016 and has since become a key player in the team's limited-overs setup.

Pandya made his debut for the Indian national team in a Twenty20 international against Australia in January 2016. He made his One Day International debut later that year, and played his first Test match in 2017. In the IPL, he has played for the Mumbai Indians since 2015 and has helped the team win the tournament on multiple occasions.

Pandya is known for his aggressive style of play and his ability to hit big shots. He is also a useful bowler and has taken many crucial wickets for the Indian team. He has played in several international tournaments, including the Indian Premier League, the Champions Trophy, and the World Cup.

In addition to his cricket career, Pandya is also known for his appearances on television shows and his social media presence. He has a large following on platforms like Instagram and has endorsed several brands.