Krunal Pandya's new bowling techniques contribute to RCB's IPL success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Krunal Pandya has played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's consecutive IPL titles, employing innovative bowling techniques. His reliance on instinct rather than pre-planning has led to successful deliveries, including a quick spinner's bouncer. With 14 wickets at an economy of 8.42 across 16 matches this season, he has effectively challenged traditional bowling norms. Looking ahead, Pandya aims to enhance his speed to 125 kmph in future matches, remaining hopeful for a national team recall.
- •Krunal Pandya helped RCB secure back-to-back IPL titles in 2026.
- •He scored 226 runs and took 14 wickets this season.
- •Pandya's unique bowling included new deliveries challenging traditional norms.
- •He aims to increase his bouncer speed to 125 kmph next season.
- •Pandya hopes to return to the Indian national team.
- 12:39 PMYahoo Sports — IPL 2026: ‘Pure instincts, no pre-planning’- Krunal Pandya decodes his reinvented bouncers and slingers
"In a stunning revelation, Krunal Pandya emerged as a pivotal figure in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's remarkable back-to-back IPL championships, attributing his achievements to his instinctual and varied bowling techniques. He dared to redefine T20 cricket with his inventive quick spinner's bouncer and a low side-arm slinger, breaking away from the norm.
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