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India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs to reach the Super 8, but a post-match argument between Hardik Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav over a dropped catch grabbed attention and went viral online.
Team India sealed a dominant 61-run victory over Pakistan to qualify for the Super 8 stage, but despite the emphatic win, a heated moment between Indian players grabbed headlines after the match. A video showing an argument between Hardik Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav has gone viral on social media.
The high-voltage clash was played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, where India outplayed Pakistan in all departments.
Ishan Kishan Shines as India Dominate
India’s batting was anchored by Ishan Kishan, who played a crucial knock of 77 runs. His innings helped India post a competitive total of 175 runs.
In response, Pakistan’s batting collapsed under pressure, and the team was bowled out for just 114 runs, handing India a comprehensive 61-run victory.
What Triggered the Hardik-Kuldeep Argument?
The incident that sparked the on-field tension occurred during the 18th over of Pakistan’s innings. On the second ball of the over, Shaheen Afridi attempted a big slog off Hardik Pandya. The ball went high in the air, and Kuldeep Yadav, positioned near the boundary, seemed well-set to take the catch.
However, at the last moment, the ball slipped through his hands and crossed the boundary for six runs. Adding to the frustration, wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan had missed a catch on the previous delivery. The back-to-back missed chances visibly upset Hardik Pandya.
Heated Exchange After the Match
After the match ended and players were walking off the field, Hardik Pandya was seen arguing with Kuldeep Yadav. Captain Suryakumar Yadav also appeared displeased and was seen expressing his frustration.
Meanwhile, Rinku Singh stepped in to calm the situation, while Tilak Varma looked concerned during the exchange.
Watch Hardik-Kuldeep Fight Video
The video of the heated exchange between Hardik Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav after the match is going viral on social media platforms and can be watched online.
HARDIK WAS ANGRY 🤣🤣🤣#INDvsPAK #India #win #hardik #virat pic.twitter.com/RTTd14REEq
— LUCKY RAJ (@luckyhuckere) February 15, 2026
Hardik Finishes the Job in Style
Despite the dropped catch and visible frustration, Hardik Pandya kept his composure and delivered when it mattered most. On the final ball of the 18th over, he dismissed Usman Tariq, effectively sealing India’s victory. His performance once again highlighted his ability to finish matches under pressure.
Emotions Run High in High-Pressure Matches
Such heated moments are not uncommon in high-stakes India vs Pakistan encounters, where emotions often run high. It is believed that the disagreement was limited to the intensity of the match, and the Indian team management will handle the situation internally.
India’s convincing win gave fans plenty to celebrate, even as the brief on-field argument became a talking point online.
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