India cannot stop celebrating after the men in blue lifted the glorious T20 World Cup trophy by defeating New Zealand in the finals. Amid the roaring celebrations and bursting firecrackers, Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma shared a romantic moment.
The cricketer celebrated the big win with his girlfriend on the field in the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad. Mahieka was seen rushing towards him to give him a tight hug as she planted a sweet peck on his cheek.
An elated Hardik Pandya couldn`t stop smiling and called her his "lucky charm". See the video here.
Hardik Pandya calls Mahieka his lucky charm
India became the first team to defend its T20 World Cup winner title, with the all-rounder playing a vital role in both championships. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the boys defeated New Zealand by a huge margin of 96 runs.
Speaking to the broadcasters on Sunday after the glorious win, Pandya said, "This is the victory I have always lived for. This is why I have played cricket. I want to win trophies. I want to win as many trophies as I can. In 2024, I had said that whatever trophies I play for, I will win. And I believe that. This trophy is a validation of that."
"There is a lot of hard work. There is not only talk, but there is also a lot of hard work. Work hard, stay silent, be a good person. Since Maheika has come into my life, I have only been winning," he added.
Meanwhile, several photos and clips of Hardik and Mahieka`s celebratory moment have been doing the rounds on social media. She was spotted joining him on the field as she wrapped him in a warm hug.
She was also seen giving him an adorable kiss on his cheek like a proud girlfriend. The couple then walked around the ground hand-in-hand, soaking in the victory.
Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma`s love story
The cricketer began dating the 25-year-old model and actor in 2025. Earlier this year on her birthday, he shared a series of pictures with his ladylove and made their relationship official.
Mahieka has been accompanying Hardik throughout the T20 World Cup championship in the country and otherwise. She was also spotted cheering for the cricketer along with his son, Agastya.
Hardik Pandya was previously married to actor-model Natasa Stankovic. However, they called it quits in 2024. The former couple continues to co-parent their son.