Hardik Pandya is a strong tool for the Mumbai Indians-he holds the key to a late surge and an economical spell in the mid-overs. They would expect to chase big goals with him in the centre. An extra pace yard and a newly purchased helicopter shot are waiting to be taken out of the closet. Time for the just-turned-dad to produce a couple of Big Daddy performances. Besides the selectors, the Baroda man will also be under the guidance of the BCCI medical team. They can track whether his back is holding up to the rigours of a high-intensity tournament.