Hardik Pandya’s Stepbrother Arrested for Alleged Fraud
Indian cricketers Hardik and Krunal Pandya’s stepbrother, Vaibhav Pandya, has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for allegedly defrauding them of approximately Rs 4.3 crore. The arrest stems from a complaint filed by Hardik Pandya, who accused Vaibhav of diverting funds from a partnership firm they had established in 2021.
According to the agreement, Hardik and Krunal were to receive 40% each of the profits, while Vaibhav was entitled to 20%. However, instead of sharing the profits, Vaibhav allegedly formed a separate company and transferred the funds into it.
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police charged Vaibhav with cheating and forgery. The arrest comes amid Hardik’s recent appointment as captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Hardik’s captaincy tenure has faced criticism from fans following MI’s poor start to the season, losing their first three matches. However, the team secured their first win against the Delhi Capitals in their last game.
In a post-match interview, Hardik acknowledged the challenges faced by the team and the efforts made to improve their performance. He emphasized the importance of clearing minds and ensuring that plans and intentions were aligned.
The win against Delhi Capitals has provided a much-needed boost to MI’s campaign, and Hardik expressed optimism about the team’s future prospects. He highlighted the hard work and support within the dressing room as key factors in their success.
