New Delhi, (the states. news)
Himanshu Pandya, father of
Indian cricketers Hardik and Krunal Pandya, passed away on Saturday at Vadodara
after suffering a cardiac attack. He was 71.
Himanshu Pandya suffered a heart attack and
could not survive.
Elder brother Krunal, who was leading the Baroda
team in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Trophy, left the team’s bio-bubble to reach
back home.
According to Espncricinfo, Hardik, who was
preparing for the white-ball series against England, has also left Mumbai to go
to Vadodara.
Notably, Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya have
often spoken about their fathers’ contribution in supporting their careers as
professional cricketers. Both cricketers have represented India and the Mumbai
Indians in the IPL.
Indian cricket fraternity led by legendary
Sachin Tendulkar and current captain Virat Kohli mourned the sudden demise of
Krunal and Hardik Pandya’s father.
“Really sorry to hear about the demise of
your father Kurnal & Hardik. Condolences to your family and friends. May
God give you strength in these difficult times,” tweeted Sachin Tendulkar.
In a tweet, Kohli said that it is heartbroken to
hear the news.
“Heartbroken to hear about the demise of
Hardik and Krunal’s dad. Spoke to him a couple of times, looked a joyful and
full of life person. May his soul rest in peace. Stay strong you two,” the
India captain, who is away on a paternity leave, wrote.
Irfan Pathan and his brother Yusuf, both former
India and Baroda players, also expressed their condolences.
“Remember meeting uncle for the first time
at Motibagh. He was so keen for his sons to play good cricket. My condolences
to You and your family. May God give you the strength to pass through this
difficult time,” Irfan Pathan tweeted.
“A loved one passing away is never an easy
moment for anyone. I sincerely admire the sacrifices uncle made for his sons
@krunalpandya24 @hardikpandya7. Condolences to his family and dear ones at this
tough time,” Yusuf tweeted.
“Heartfelt condolences to Hardik and
Krunal. May your fathers’ soul RIP!” tweeted India off-spinner R Ashwin.
(media saheb.com)