Natasa Stankovic Heads to Serbia with Son Agastya Amidst Hardik Pandya’s Cricket Commitments
News Mania Desk/Agnibeena Ghosh/17th July 2024
Natasa Stankovic, wife of Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya, has sparked speculation with her recent social media updates hinting at her departure to Serbia along with their son Agastya. This development comes at a time when Hardik’s cricketing future and leadership roles within the Indian team are under scrutiny.
Amidst discussions over Hardik Pandya’s suitability for India’s T20I captaincy and his absence from the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka due to personal reasons, Natasa’s Instagram activity has added fuel to the rumor mill. She posted images of herself packing for the trip with the caption, “It’s that time of the year,” accompanied by plane and house emojis.
Later, Natasa was spotted at the airport accompanied by young Agastya, while Hardik’s whereabouts were not disclosed.
Hardik Pandya, known for his dynamic all-round abilities, has faced challenges with recurring injuries, which have raised concerns about his availability and long-term fitness. Despite his impressive leadership record, including stints as captain for India in T20Is and his franchise teams in the IPL, his injury woes have limited his participation in crucial matches. His recent ankle injury during the ODI World Cup in 2023 sidelined him until the IPL 2024 season.
In contrast, Suryakumar Yadav has emerged as a strong contender for India’s T20I captaincy, following Rohit Sharma’s retirement from the format. Yadav’s aggressive batting style and leadership experience with Mumbai in domestic cricket and India in T20I series against Australia and South Africa have positioned him favorably for the role.
The upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka marks a significant transition for the Indian team, with Gautam Gambhir assuming the role of head coach, succeeding Rahul Dravid. This series serves as a pivotal moment in shaping India’s strategy for the 2026 T20 World Cup, to be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka.
As Natasa prepares to return to Serbia with Agastya, her social media updates continue to intrigue fans and cricket enthusiasts alike, amidst ongoing speculations about Hardik’s future engagements and leadership roles within Indian cricket.
Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds, highlighting the intersection of personal life and professional commitments for one of cricket’s most talked-about couples.
