Virat Kohli heaped praise on teammate Krunal Pandya after the RCB batter’s match-winning 73 against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. In the 54th match, Kohli went a step further, labeling the knock as Pandya’s “best IPL knock.” The innings powered RCB’s push past MI, drawing one of Kohli’s biggest endorsements.
RCB all rounder Krunal Pandya grabbed attention in IPL 2026 after firing a match winning 73 against Mumbai Indians on Sunday. Following the innings, he publicly showed his injury scars, highlighting the physical toll behind his grit and courage. The Baroda player turned pain into performance, delivering a lift for RCB in a crucial contest.
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Former CSK and India batter Subramanian Badrinath has clarified his viral comment about Krunal Pandya after facing heavy trolling online. The remark drew backlash following RCB’s match against MI on May 10 during IPL 2026. In a fresh statement, Badrinath moved to explain his intent and address the criticism that spread rapidly across social platforms.
RCB stunned MI in an IPL 2026 last-ball thriller, with Krunal Pandya’s 46-ball 73 driving the chase as RCB edged over the line. The win lifted RCB to the top of the points table. But the moment after the match turned viral when captain Rajat Patidar made a startling remark that raised eyebrows across cricket circles.
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 has put an end to rumours of a rift with brother Hardik Pandya, speaking up during an RCB social media session. Addressing the growing chatter around alleged tension, he dismissed the claims directly, shifting focus back to cricket amid rising IPL 2026 speculation. The clarification is expected to cool the controversy among fans and media alike.
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