Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya showcased a spectacular all-round performance for Baroda in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, sending a strong message about his form. Playing against Chandigarh on January 8, 2026, Pandya hammered an explosive 75 runs off just 31 deliveries, featuring nine towering sixes and two boundaries, resulting in an astonishing strike-rate of 241.94. His impactful innings significantly contributed to Baroda's formidable total of 391. Beyond his batting heroics, Pandya also shone with the ball, claiming three crucial wickets to dismantle Chandigarh's chase. This comprehensive effort led Baroda to a resounding 149-run victory. This outstanding display comes hot on the heels of another remarkable performance just five days prior, on January 3, 2026, where Pandya notched up his maiden List A century against Vidarbha. In that match, he scored a breathtaking 133 runs off 92 balls, including 11 sixes and 8 fours. In his first two matches of the tournament, Pandya has now amassed a total of 208 runs, underlining his exceptional return to competitive cricket. The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, a premier domestic 50-over tournament in India, is currently underway from December 24, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Pandya's back-to-back match-winning performances are particularly significant given his recent workload management and non-inclusion in certain international squads.