India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is one of the most important members of the national team as far as white-ball cricket is concerned. Coming from a humble background, Hardik made a place for himself in the Indian team on the basis of his talent. The right-handed cricketer emphasised that money does make a lot of difference in a player’s life.
“In 2019 I had a conversation with someone who was saying, money should not be there for “you all young guys”. I disagreed. When a guy from a village or a small town gets a big contract, he does not keep it for himself, he is looking after his parents, he is looking after his relatives,” Hardik said while talking to ‘ESPNcricinfo’s Cricket Monthly’.
Hardik further added that there is a misconception that people should not talk about money.
“Money makes the difference. And it gives motivation as well. There is a misconception that people should not talk about money. I don’t believe in that, because you are passionate about sport and money matters as well. I do not know how many people will play cricket if money is not there,” he added.
The all-rounder is presently with the Indian team in the UAE for the World T20 2021. The Men in Blue will begin the campaign against Pakistan on Sunday in Dubai.