Hardik, Bumrah gift jerseys to Netherlands
India stars Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah shared a warm gesture after their T20 World Cup clash against the Netherlands on February 19, 2026, presenting signed jerseys to Dutch players following India’s win at the global tournament. The moment came after the group-stage encounter, highlighting sportsmanship beyond the result.
India had controlled the contest with a clinical display, as Hardik contributed with the bat and Bumrah led the attack with his trademark precision. After the match, the duo met members of the Netherlands squad and handed over autographed India shirts as a token of respect.
“It’s always special to play on this stage, and sharing it makes it even better,” Hardik said in a video posted by the ICC.
A Netherlands player thanked the Indian pair, calling it “a memory we’ll cherish for a long time.”
Bumrah added, “Cricket grows through connections like these.”
The exchange underlined the spirit of the World Cup, where rivalry lasts 20 overs, but respect endures longer.