Hardik Pandya fulfilled his promise to Kashvee Gautam, gifting her a customized bat weighing 1100 grams. He presented the bat before Mumbai Indians' clash against Delhi Capitals, congratulating her on her first call-up to the Indian team following a stellar WPL season with Gujarat Giants. Pandya encouraged her to play well and represent India.
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