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Since then, Hardik and Mahieka have been seen together many times. She was also seen spending time with Hardik’s son Agastya, which shows the growing closeness between them.In an interview with JioStar in the midst of this ongoing T20 World Cup, Hardik talked about how Mahieka has helped him in his cricketing journey. He admitted that he has not reached his full potential as a batsman. He said: “After the last IPL, I realized that I really want to play to my full potential. I think I have not used more than 40 per cent of my batting potential till now.” He explained that he needs time to understand how to get his best form.Hardik said that Mahieka played a key role in motivating him.
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He added, “That’s when Mahieka came into my life. We started talking about sports and how to bring the kid back.” He also said, “Mahieka helped me rediscover the thrill of playing that I always had.” He shared that he trained for long hours and spent six to seven hours on the ground some days.On Valentine’s Day 2026, Hardik got a tattoo on his neck to show his feelings for Mahieka. The tattoo features the letter ‘M’ and two leopards. Leopards symbolize their strong bond and how they push each other to be better. Explaining the meaning, tattoo artist Sunny Bhanushali said, “Hardik came up with the idea for the initials, but the interviews revealed something much deeper. They described themselves as partners who enhance each other’s strengths. The leopard became the perfect metaphor – powerful alone, unstoppable together.”