Krunal Pandya reflects on IPL success and future aspirations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:57 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Krunal Pandya, recently appointed as Guest Sports Editor for The Times Of India, discusses his journey in cricket after recently winning back-to-back IPL titles with RCB. He emphasizes his evolution as a bowler amid high-scoring games, influenced by his late father and driven by a desire for further success, including hopes for an India recall. In his interview, Pandya elaborates on the preparations he undertakes to stay ahead of opponents, adapting his bowling strategy to meet modern challenges. His thoughts also touch on the joy of competing and the mental aspects of the sport.
- •Krunal Pandya won back-to-back IPL titles with RCB in 2025-2026.
- •He aims for a return to the Indian national team after five years.
- •Pandya has adapted his bowling techniques to remain effective in T20.
- •Insights shared on supporting his son and dealing with pressure in finals.
- 6:57 AMYahoo Sports — EXCLUSIVE | 'I always try to stay one step ahead': Krunal Pandya
"Fresh off back-to-back IPL titles, Krunal Pandya reflects on his journey, emphasizing resilience and reinvention. He discusses his evolution as a bowler in the high-scoring T20 era, the influence of his late father, and his unwavering hunger for success. Pandya also shares insights on his son's unique cricket critiques and his hopes for an India recall.
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