• Hardik Pandya faced backlash for finishing match with a six, fans unhappy with alleged denial of Tilak Varma's half-century.

  • India won the third T20I against West Indies by 7 wickets.

WI vs IND 2023: ‘Chapri’ and ‘Selfish’ trends as Hardik Pandya hits a six to leave Tilak Varma stranded on 49 in 3rd T20I
Chapri and Selfish trends as Hardik Pandya hits a six to leave Tilak Varma stranded on 49 (Photo Source: Twitter)

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The world of cricket is no stranger to fervent discussions and passionate debates among fans, and once again, India’s T20I captain Hardik Pandya has found himself at the centre of a social media storm. Following India’s resounding victory over West Indies in the third T20I of a five-match series, Pandya’s decision to seal the win with a six has ignited fire as fans alleged that the Indian skipper denied young sensation Tilak Varma a well-deserved half-century.

The Dramatic Finish:

As the third T20I between West Indies and reached its climax, a momentous victory was on the horizon for the Indian team. With young batting prodigy Tilak Varma batting on an impressive 49 not out at the other end, Pandya struck a powerful six to secure India’s win with seven wickets to spare. However, this moment of triumph swiftly transformed into a point of contention as fans took to social media platforms to express their dissatisfaction.

Fans Up in Arms:

The passionate cricket fans, known for their unwavering support and equally intense scrutiny, did not hold back in expressing their sentiments. Fans asserted that Pandya’s choice to finish the match with a six potentially ‘denied’ Varma a well-earned half-century, raising concerns about the impact of such decisions on the young cricketer’s morale and achievements.

Tilak Varma’s Prominence:

Varma’s emergence as a young batting sensation has been a highlight of the series against West Indies. His consistent performances across all three matches have garnered him attention and praise from cricket enthusiasts and experts alike. The left-hander’s pivotal role in the 87-run partnership that turned the tide of the match in India’s favour accentuates his potential to become a cornerstone of the Indian batting lineup.

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Questioning Pandya’s Captaincy:

This is not the first time Pandya’s leadership decisions have come under scrutiny. In the previous match, India’s loss in the second T20I led fans to question Pandya’s choice of not utilizing Yuzvendra Chahal’s full quota of overs. The combination of these incidents has fuelled discussions about Pandya’s decision-making as captain and ignited debates about the team’s strategy under his leadership.

Here are some of the reactions of Indian cricket fans:

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