In an IPL 2019 clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens, Hardik Pandya played one of the most destructive knocks of the season, scoring a breathtaking 91 off just 34 balls. Chasing a mammoth target of 233, MI had a disastrous start, losing wickets early. At 58/4 in 8.3 overs, the chase seemed nearly impossible. Hardik walked in with immense pressure and immediately took charge, counterattacking the KKR bowlers. He unleashed an onslaught of sixes and fours, particularly punishing the spinners and pacers alike. He brought up his fifty in just 17 balls, making it one of the fastest in IPL history. His clean ball-striking saw him hammer 9 sixes and 6 fours, with a stunning strike rate of 267.65. At one point, MI looked back in the hunt, but Hardik’s dismissal in the 18th over ended their hopes, and they eventually fell short by 34 runs. Despite the loss, Pandya’s innings stood out as a masterclass in power-hitting, proving his ability as one of the best finishers in T20 cricket.