I Would Working At A Petrol Pump If Not For Money In Cricket: Hardik Pandya
He stated that the Pandya brothers make sure they never lift their foot of the grounds
Mumbai: India’s ace all-rounder Hardik Pandya journey from living in a small matchbox-sized apartment in Baroda to owning luxurious property in Mumbai has been an extraordinary one.
He was not only able to make name for India but also for his IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, with his skills and talent. In the latest turn of events, Pandya opened on various aspects of his life, from all his childhood struggles to make big in life, his father’s role in their development, etc.
In the latest interview, Pandya has revealed his thoughts on how the money involved in the game affects the players.
“You need a strong head to understand what is happening. I and Krunal were very strong-headed, so we were able to accept the fact that money is there, but we make sure we never lift a foot off the ground. It might come across like I am flying and all that, but I know at the end of the day, my foot is always on the ground. Money is good, bro. It changes a lot of things. I am one of those examples. Otherwise, I would be working at a petrol pump. I am not joking. For me, my family was the priority, to make sure my family has a good life,” said Pandya as quoted by Cricket Monthly.
Pandya underlined the fact, how money is extremely important for pushing a player to do well in cricket. With a lot of cash on offer, players get passionate to perform as the amount changes the life of their families. He also shared that won’t even be playing cricket if there is not so much money involved, reckoned the all-rounder.
“In 2019 I had a conversation with someone who was saying, money should not be there for “you all young guys”. I disagreed. When a guy from a village or a small town gets a big contract, he does not keep it for himself, he is looking after his parents, he is looking after his relatives. Money makes the difference. And it gives motivation as well. There is a misconception that people should not talk about money. I don’t believe in that, because you are passionate about sport and money matters as well. I do not know how many people will play cricket if money is not there,” he added.
In the last few years, Pandya remained at his sheer best in playing the role of perfect finisher for India and would even produce some handy overs if the captain asked for.
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