Hardik Pandya is the 33-year-old Indian all-rounder who has gone from a small-town Gujarat cricketer to one of the biggest names in world cricket, with five IPL titles and two T20 World Cup winners’ medals to his name. In November 2026 he made headlines again when the IPL confirmed his move from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings in a blockbuster Rs 18 crore trade, with left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh heading the other way.
As a fast-bowling all-rounder who bats in the middle order and bowls at the death, Pandya has been central to India’s white-ball success for a decade, including bowling the final over of the 2024 T20 World Cup final. This biography covers his age, height, career, wife, son, net worth and the trade that sends him to Punjab Kings for IPL 2027.
| Full Name | Hardik Himanshu Pandya |
| Date of Birth | 11 October 1993 |
| Age | 33 years old (as of November 2026) |
| Height | 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm) |
| Birthplace | Choryasi, Surat, Gujarat, India |
| Occupation | Cricketer (right-handed batsman, right-arm fast-medium bowler, all-rounder) |
| Known For | Five IPL titles; 2024 T20 World Cup final heroics; Gujarat Titans captaincy |
| Current IPL Team | Punjab Kings (from IPL 2027) |
| Jersey Number | 33 |
| Spouse | Divorced: Natasa Stankovic (married 2020, separated July 2024) |
| Children | Son Agastya (born 30 July 2020) |
| Net Worth 2026 | Estimated Rs 90–120 crore (media estimates; see Net Worth section below) |
Early Life
Hardik Himanshu Pandya was born on 11 October 1993 in Choryasi, a town in Surat district, Gujarat. His father, Himanshu Pandya, ran a small car-finance business, and his mother, Nalini Pandya, kept the home. His elder brother, Krunal Pandya, also became an India cricketer. Money was tight, and when Hardik was five the family moved to Vadodara so the two boys could get better cricket coaching.
In Vadodara, Hardik trained at Kiran More’s cricket academy, where his aggressive batting and lively pace marked him out early. He came through Baroda’s age-group teams and made his first-class debut in the 2013–14 season. His breakthrough arrived in domestic Twenty20 cricket, and Mumbai Indians picked him up at his base price of Rs 10 lakh ahead of IPL 2015, a bargain that became one of the franchise’s best-ever signings.
Career
Pandya’s IPL debut season in 2015 ended with a title, the first of four championships with Mumbai Indians (2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020). His fearless hitting lower down the order and his ability to bowl quick overs made him a fixture, and India came calling soon after. He made his T20I debut against Australia on 26 January 2016, his ODI debut against New Zealand on 16 October 2016, and his Test debut against Sri Lanka on 26 July 2017, scoring a century (108) in his first Test series at Galle.
As of August 2026 he had played 11 Tests (532 runs, 17 wickets), 94 ODIs (1,904 runs, 91 wickets) and 138 T20Is (2,288 runs, 114 wickets), becoming the first fast-bowling all-rounder in T20I history to complete 1,000 runs and 100 wickets. In the IPL he has scored 2,955 runs and taken 82 wickets in 162 matches.
His career has also had difficult stretches. In January 2019 he was briefly suspended by the BCCI over remarks made on the television chat show Koffee with Karan, for which he apologised. Later that year he underwent surgery on a troublesome lower back, and managing his bowling workload became a long-running challenge. An ankle injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup ruled him out of the rest of that tournament.
Released by Mumbai Indians before the 2022 mega auction, Pandya was signed by new franchise Gujarat Titans for Rs 15 crore and named their inaugural captain. He led them to the IPL title in their very first season, scoring 487 runs and taking eight wickets, and took them to a second consecutive final in 2023, where they lost narrowly to Chennai Super Kings. In November 2023 he returned to Mumbai Indians in an all-cash trade worth Rs 15 crore and was named captain in place of Rohit Sharma. The homecoming proved difficult: Mumbai finished last in 2024, Pandya was booed at several venues, and although the team reached the playoffs in 2025, they finished in the lower half again in 2026.
The 2024 T20 World Cup and the Punjab Kings Trade
Pandya’s finest hour in India colours came at the 2024 T20 World Cup, where he served as vice-captain. He scored 144 runs at a strike rate of 150 and took 11 wickets, then delivered in the final against South Africa at Barbados, dismissing Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller and bowling the last over as India defended 16 runs to win by seven. The performance made him the first Indian all-rounder to reach No. 1 in the ICC T20I all-rounder rankings. He added the Champions Trophy in 2025 and a second T20 World Cup winners’ medal in 2026, when India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at Ahmedabad on 8 March 2026.
Then, on 11 November 2026, the IPL confirmed one of the biggest trades in the league’s history: Pandya moves from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings for a fee of Rs 18 crore, up from his existing fee of Rs 16.35 crore, while Arshdeep Singh joins Mumbai Indians at his existing fee of Rs 18 crore. The BCCI formally approved the swap after the two franchises exchanged expressions of interest and submitted paperwork. Punjab Kings CEO Satish Menon called the signing an important step in the franchise’s bid for a first IPL title; the team has finished runners-up twice, in 2014 and 2025, but has never won the trophy. Reports said Pandya was happy to play under Punjab captain Shreyas Iyer.
Personal Life
Pandya married Serbian model and actor Natasa Stankovic in 2020. The couple got engaged on 1 January 2020 on a yacht in Dubai, married on 31 May 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown, and welcomed their son Agastya on 30 July 2020. They renewed their wedding vows in a ceremony in Udaipur on 14 February 2023. On 18 July 2024 the couple announced in a joint statement that they had mutually decided to part ways after four years together, and that they would co-parent Agastya.
Since the separation, Pandya has been linked with model and actor Mahieka Sharma, and he made the relationship Instagram-official in October 2025. The couple have since appeared together at matches and family occasions, including Diwali celebrations in November 2026 with Agastya. Pandya remains close to his family in Vadodara, and his brother Krunal continues to play professional cricket.
Hardik Pandya Net Worth 2026
Hardik Pandya’s net worth has not been officially disclosed, and published estimates vary. Most profiles put it in the range of roughly Rs 90 crore to Rs 120 crore (about $11–14 million), with some estimates going as high as Rs 150 crore. The Rs 90–120 crore range is the most commonly reported, and it is given here with attribution.
His income comes from his IPL fee, which rises to Rs 18 crore a season at Punjab Kings from 2027, a BCCI central contract, match fees for India, and endorsement deals. His cumulative IPL earnings across the 2015–2026 seasons are estimated at more than Rs 120 crore, which explains why his net worth figures are among the highest of any Indian cricketer of his generation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Hardik Pandya?
Hardik Pandya is 33 years old. He was born on 11 October 1993 in Choryasi, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
How tall is Hardik Pandya?
Hardik Pandya is 6 feet 0 inches tall (183 cm), according to most profiles. One source lists 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) instead, but 6’0″ is the more widely reported figure.
Who is Hardik Pandya’s wife?
Hardik Pandya was married to Serbian model and actor Natasa Stankovic. They married in May 2020, had a son, Agastya, and announced their separation in July 2024. He has since made his relationship with model and actor Mahieka Sharma public, confirming it on Instagram in October 2025.
What is Hardik Pandya’s net worth in 2026?
His net worth has not been officially disclosed. Media estimates most commonly place it between Rs 90 crore and Rs 120 crore (roughly $11–14 million), with some estimates going higher.
Which IPL team does Hardik Pandya play for in 2027?
Punjab Kings. The IPL confirmed on 11 November 2026 that Mumbai Indians traded him to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore, with Arshdeep Singh moving to Mumbai Indians in the same deal.
How many IPL titles has Hardik Pandya won?
Five. He won four with Mumbai Indians (2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020) and one as captain of Gujarat Titans in 2022, in the franchise’s debut season.
