In a thrilling IPL match, Krunal Pandya led the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a dramatic victory over the Mumbai Indians (MI) with an unbeaten 73 runs off 46 balls. His performance was pivotal in eliminating MI from playoff contention. Post-match, Krunal credited Dinesh Karthik, the team's batting coach, for significantly enhancing the batting approach over the past two seasons. He highlighted Karthik's individual attention to players, which has fostered a stronger batting unit. Despite battling severe cramps during the match, Krunal executed a strategic approach, focusing on capitalizing on key deliveries. He expressed pride in the team's trust in him to take on various roles and emphasized his commitment to understanding the team's needs in challenging situations. RCB secured the win by scoring the required runs off the final ball, showcasing their resilience and teamwork.