India, Feb. 13 -- Hardik Pandya made a strong statement on the T20 World Cup stage with a brilliant all-round performance against Namibia. While the opposition may be lower-ranked, scoring 52 runs and picking up two wickets in a World Cup game is no small feat. This display will surely boost his confidence ahead of the high-stakes clash against arch-rivals Pakistan. Hardik showed no signs of rustiness, looking completely fit as he smashed four sixes and four fours to maintain the momentum. With the ball, he completed his full quota of overs, taking two wickets for 21 runs and was named Player of the Match for his all-round show.

Hardik opened up about the secret behind his peak fitness and formidable body, revealing a regimen he compares...