Champions Trophy: Hardik Pandya's watch price steals the show in Pakistan clash

Dubai: Hardik Pandya’s wrist was worth $800,000 — but his all-round show against Pakistan? Absolutely priceless. The Indian all-rounder wasn’t just turning heads with his rare, limited-edition watch at the Dubai International Stadium; he was also rolling back the years with bat, ball, and boundless energy. If there was ever a time to make a statement, it was this one.

While his wicket of Babar Azam had Pakistan wobbling, it was Pandya’s high-octane fielding and unexpected cameo with the bat that added the final touches to India’s dominant performance. But let’s be real — it wasn’t just his game that was stealing the spotlight. The Richard Mille RM 27-02 strapped to his wrist, a mind-blowing $800,000 (Rs70 million) masterpiece, turned more heads than his boundary hits.

Pandya’s journey at the Dubai International Stadium has been a rollercoaster. Seven years ago, he was stretchered off the field after a career-threatening back injury. But on Sunday, the same venue witnessed a completely different story — one of grit, flair, and a watch so rare it could probably tell you the exact moment Pakistan’s hopes fizzled out.

Pandya’s Indian Premier League (IPL) journey has seen its highs and lows, but the focus now is squarely on the Champions Trophy. With India’s next clash against New Zealand on March 2, Pandya’s eye is on the ultimate prize — while maybe, just maybe, his watch is ticking on a whole different level of luxury.