Manchester: Before Team India embarked on their World Cup journey, Hardik Pandya had visions of doing something special to help the country regain the trophy.

The all-rounder is a vital cog in the Indian team and lends crucial balance to the side.

While Hardik hasn't been at his explosive best with the willow so far, barring the matches against Australia [48] and West Indies [46], it is his much-improved bowling that has helped skipper Virat Kohli play an extra batsman and add depth to the batting department.