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Krunal Pandya admits defending champion pressure in IPL 2026 and reveals his bowling mindset shift
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Published on 8 May 2026
He says bouncers are not random anymore
Krunal Pandya opened up on the weight of defending an IPL title, saying pressure is constant but must be met with simplicity. He also pointed to how modern batting demands constant innovation, including a calculated approach to bouncers. In IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine runs, with Mitchell Marsh’s century proving decisive.
- Krunal Pandya says defending champions face relentless pressure
- He emphasizes keeping plans simple while staying adaptable
- Modern IPL batting forces bowlers to keep innovating
- Strategic bouncer use played a key role in his approach
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