India all-rounder Hardik Pandya visited the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala with his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, drawing attention with his newly shaved head.
Dressed in traditional white attire, the couple offered prayers at one of India’s most revered temples. Photos and videos of their visit quickly went viral on social media, with many fans noticing Pandya’s new look.
Hardik Pandya’s Shaved Head Sparks Curiosity
Pandya’s completely shaved head became a major talking point during the temple visit. While the cricketer has not explained the reason behind the change in appearance, many devotees at the Tirumala temple traditionally offer their hair as an act of faith, gratitude or devotion.
The visit has led to widespread discussion among cricket fans, with many sharing pictures and videos of the couple online.
Temple Visit Comes During Injury Recovery
The spiritual visit comes as Pandya continues his recovery from injuries that have kept him away from competitive cricket.
The all-rounder has not played since the IPL 2026 season. He initially struggled with back stiffness before sustaining a thigh injury, ruling him out of several international assignments.
Series Hardik Pandya Missed
Because of his injuries, Pandya missed several important tours and series, including:
- India’s limited-overs series against Afghanistan
- ODI and T20I tour of England
- White-ball series against Zimbabwe
His last competitive appearance came while captaining the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026, where the five-time champions were unable to qualify for the playoffs.
Fans Await Hardik Pandya’s Return
With India’s busy international calendar ahead, fans are eagerly awaiting Pandya’s return to full fitness. The experienced all-rounder remains a key member of India’s white-ball setup, and his comeback is expected to strengthen the team’s balance ahead of upcoming international assignments.
As of now, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not announced a timeline for his return to competitive cricket.
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