Young Australian cricketer Jerssis Wadia, who recently went viral for a powerful Big Bash League cameo, revealed a long-standing connection with Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya. Wadia stated that Pandya's family has known his family for years, with Pandya's father being a motivator and Pandya himself once receiving tuition from Wadia's mother. Wadia moved to Australia against his parents' wishes to pursue his cricket career, inspired by the Pandya brothers' dedication.