"There's a lot to learn when both (Kohli and Dhoni) of them bat. Their batting, running between wickets inspire us. It's at another level. It's fun to watch them bat together," Pandya paid glowing tributes to his seniors on the eve of their fourth ODI against New Zealand in Ranchi.
A 151-run match-winning partnership between Dhoni (80) and Kohli (154 not out) set up their seven-wicket win in Mohali as India will look to seal the issue in the five-match rubber at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association Stadium Complex here tomorrow.
"It shows positive intent. I enjoyed his (Dhoni) batting. As batsman, whatever number I bat at, we should play according to situation. It's a job for everyone. It gives us confidence for someone who bats lower down the order. It's pretty good."
While he is enjoying Dhoni's approach to batsmanship after the skipper promoted himself up the order, the young all-rounder is game about batting at any No which the team management wants him to.
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"I'm pretty ready for everything, whatever overs I get."
"I was putting the same effort but I've worked a bit more on my fitness. I'm stronger now."
Pandya nearly pulled off a thrilling chase but went out for 36 from 32 balls after being done in by Trent Boult in angled short delivery in the second ODI in Delhi.
"Well I've played that shot before, it was just not my day. I will try not repeat that and learn from mistakes and experience certainly plays a key role."
Pandya further hailed Kedar Jadhav, for giving important breakthroughs with his part-time off-spin.
"It helps a lot, coming as sixth bowler he's certainly making a difference. Winning is important but we are taking match by match and not thinking too far ahead on the result of the series."