The Indian cricket team's vice-captain, Hardik Pandya, struggled with form in the IPL 2024 season. However, he silenced his critics with a quick-fire 40 runs off just 23 balls in a warm-up match against Bangladesh on Saturday. His performance has reignited the debate over his capabilities and has left fans declaring him as a crucial asset for India ahead of the T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant also impressed with a half-century that solidifies his position in the team.