On January 4, 2026, ahead of India’s first international series of the year, star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and his girlfriend, model Mahieka Sharma, were spotted at Jamnagar Airport alongside veteran batter Rohit Sharma. The group, which included Rohit’s wife Ritika Sajdeh and their young son Ahaan, appeared to be in high spirits as they transitioned from domestic duties to international commitments.
Mahieka Sharma meets Rohit Sharma’s son Ahaan at Jamnagar Airport
Mahieka, who made her relationship with Hardik ‘Insta-official’ in October 2025, was seen sharing a particularly warm and adorable moment with little Ahaan, who was being carried by Ritika. The viral footage has melted hearts on social media, showcasing a close familial bond between the two cricketing icons’ families as they prepare for a demanding home season.
The viral video captured a rare, candid glimpse of the off-field camaraderie between India’s top cricketers and their families. As they exited the Jamnagar Airport, Mahieka was seen all smiles, playing and interacting with Ahaan Sharma in an adorable” manner while Ritika looked on. Hardik and Mahieka have been the subject of intense media interest since they went public with their relationship; however, this latest outing suggests Mahieka is now a well-integrated part of the team’s inner family circle. The group had reportedly gathered in Jamnagar, a city often used by the Ambani family for high-profile gatherings, possibly for a brief bonding session before the squad assembles in Vadodara on January 7.
Here’s the video:
Ritika holding Ahaan while Mahieka plays with him.🤍
-A cute moment.🤌👌 pic.twitter.com/RD7xWs5Sox
— Rohit Nation (@Rohitnation45) January 4, 2026
Rohit’s red-hot form and Hardik’s workload management
While the families shared a lighthearted moment, the professional contrast between the two stars for the upcoming New Zealand ODI series is significant. Rohit Sharma enters the series in peak physical and competitive condition, whereas Hardik Pandya will be watching the 50-over leg from the sidelines.
- Rohit Sharma’s dominance: Rohit has been in blistering form, recording scores of 73, 121, 57, 14, and 75* in his last five ODIs. He recently validated his readiness by smashing a massive 155 off 94 balls for Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- Hardik’s T20 focus: Despite a brilliant 133 for Baroda recently, Hardik has been rested for the ODIs. The BCCI stated he is currently not fit to bowl a full 10-over quota in the 50-over format. With the T20 World Cup 2026 scheduled for February, the selectors are prioritizing his fitness for the T20I leg, which begins on January 21.
