Krunal Pandya's Emotional Tribute to Kieron Pollard After RCB's Win Over MI
Krunal Pandya’s voice ‘cracks up’, emotions spill over as he speaks about Pollard; Ian Bishop forced to apologise
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Krunal Pandya became emotional during a live broadcast after leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. Reflecting on his bond with Kieron Pollard, he expressed deep affection for his former teammate, highlighting their shared history at MI, where they won three IPL titles together.
- 01Krunal Pandya scored 73 runs to help RCB beat MI in a crucial IPL match.
- 02His emotional tribute to Kieron Pollard highlighted their strong bond and shared history.
- 03Krunal played six seasons with MI, winning three IPL titles.
- 04Ian Bishop, the interviewer, noted Krunal's emotional state and ended the interview gently.
- 05The victory pushed RCB to the top of the IPL table while ending MI's playoff hopes.
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In a gripping IPL 2026 match, Krunal Pandya's performance led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a dramatic two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) in Raipur. Krunal scored 73 runs, playing a pivotal role in chasing down 167 runs. Post-match, he became visibly emotional while discussing his bond with Kieron Pollard, a key figure in MI's history. Reflecting on their shared experiences during his six seasons with MI, where he won three IPL titles, Krunal referred to Pollard as a 'big brother' and expressed his admiration for him as a 'terrific human being.' Ian Bishop, who conducted the interview, noticed the strain in Krunal's voice and apologized, allowing him to leave. This match not only marked a significant win for RCB, placing them at the top of the table, but also ended MI's playoff aspirations, adding complexity to Krunal's feelings of loyalty and professional achievement.
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Krunal's performance not only secured a win for RCB but also ended MI's chances of reaching the playoffs, impacting the team dynamics and fan sentiments.
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