Krunal Pandya

Baroda all-rounder Krunal Pandya was Retained via RTM by Mumbai Indians at Rs 8.8 crore at the IPL 2018 auctions. Krunal has been an importnat part of the MI franchise since making his debut for them in 2016 edition. Krunal has so far played 25 matches for MI where he has scored 480 runs at a strike rate of 158.41 and has scalped 16 wickets. The left-hander has also maintained good economical rate and his tally reads 7.15. Krunal faced a set back in 2015 when he underwent a shoulder injury and was forced to stay out of action for almost an year. But that didn't really affect his selection in the Mumbai Indians squad in 2016 as the franchise bought him for a sum of Rs 2 crore in that auction. He has so far played 48 T20s scoring 739 runs at a strike rate of 149.50 and has picked 39 wickets.

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Krunal and Hardik famously share a close relationship that has been seen on the cricket field a number of times in the IPL and with the Indian team. (BCCI Photo)

Krunal on relationship with Hardik: 'When your brother also plays same sport...'

June 04, 2026 9:36 am

With Krunal Pandya winning the IPL in both the seasons that he has been with RCB thus far, both him and brother Hardik have won the title five times each.

Krunal Pandya sweep shot: The six months of work behind his 73 against Mumbai Indians

May 12, 2026 9:54 am

RCB’s Krunal Pandya used the sweep to dismantle MI's spin attack in Raipur. His childhood coach Jitendra Singh explains the mechanics — and the months of preparation behind them

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May 11, 2026 5:56 pm

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RCB's Krunal Pandya (C) with MI owner Anant Ambani (L) and MI batting coach Kieron Pollard. (CREIMAS FOR IPL)

WATCH: Emotional Krunal Pandya nearly breaks down recalling MI days with Pollard & Hardik

May 11, 2026 3:38 pm

Krunal Pandya gets teary-eyed as he revisits moment with Keiron Pollard and Hardik at Mumbai Indians.

Krunal said the importance of the fixture at the business end of the season pushed him to continue despite physical discomfort. (CREIMAS)

Krunal Pandya explains why he batted on despite cramps in RCB’s run chase against MI

May 11, 2026 8:10 am

Krunal Pandya scored 73 off 46 balls and rescued RCB from 39/3, taking them to the doorstep of victory against Mumbai Indians before falling late in the 167-run chase in Raipur on Sunday.

Jayawardene said MI had enough quality but failed to execute consistently in crucial moments across the season. (CREIMAS)

Mahela Jayawardene reacts to MI’s elimination from IPL 2026 Playoffs race: ‘Not good enough’

May 11, 2026 8:03 am

Mahela Jayawardene said injuries and niggles disrupted the side throughout the campaign and forced several changes to the MI playing XI.

RCB on top after Bhuvneshwar's masterclass and Krunal's rearguard

May 11, 2026 12:32 am

With Virat Kohli and Devdutt Paddikal out cheaply, all-rounder rises to the occasion, knocking MI out of contention

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya’s 120+ kph bouncer revolution — How the Royal Challengers Bengaluru spinner became cricket’s most unexpected weapon

April 15, 2026 2:20 pm

After rebuilding his action over two years, Krunal Pandya is redefining spin bowling in the IPL with pace, bounce and deception to outthink modern T20 batsmen.

IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya used the short ball ploy during his spell of 1/26 against Mumbai Indians on Sunday. (CREIMAS)

Krunal Pandya on using bouncers as a spinner in IPL 2026: ‘I am someone who follows my gut’

April 13, 2026 8:02 am

Krunal Pandya said his use of the bouncer isn’t pre-planned but driven by instinct, adding that he relies on his gut feeling in the moment and backs whatever decision he makes with full commitment.

IPL | 'If Virat Kohli had been born in any generation, he would still be one of the greats': Krunal Pandya

March 31, 2026 5:04 pm

Kohli started this edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a bang, scoring an unbeaten 69 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the opener.

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