India, Aug. 19 -- Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar praised Hardik Pandya and called him the game-changer ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Hardik Pandya has been at the heart of India's white-ball success in recent years, particularly in T20 cricket, where he has established himself as one of the side's MVPs. His presence automatically strengthens both batting and bowling, and his ability to change the game in both departments strengthens both. The star all-rounder was the backbone of India's 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, including his game-changing final over the final against South Africa.

With his all-round skills, he also played a crucial role in India's Champions Trophy triumph earlier this year. He played a couple of crucial cam...