Watch: Krunal Pandya reveals “I prepare myself” mindset ahead of DC vs RCB IPL 2026 clash

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have started the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign with a strong performance with both bat and ball to find themselves in second position on the points table. They have earned five victories in seven clashes at a net run rate of +1.101.

The Rajat Patidar-led side has been on a roll by winning three of their last four fixtures and is prepared to face the Delhi Capitals on April 27 in the return fixture against the opposition at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

Krunal Pandya opens up on handling pressure situations

The Indian spin all-rounder, Krunal Pandya, reckoned that he had always tried to use his experience and keep things simple in intense situations of the game. 

“I mean, obviously, first of all, it’s a very good place to be before the start of the tournament, that we are the defending champions. And the second thing is that when you play at the highest level, regardless of whether you are the defending champions or you are not or you are getting into the tournament, the pressure is always there.” Krunal expressed on Star Sports.

“And I always believe that I, as an athlete, try to prepare myself for tough situations. So, whenever there is that extra pressure or the position where I need to do well in those situations, that gets me going. Yes, there is pressure, but nothing changes at the end of the game. It’s just a game.” KP addressed.

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The veteran, who has been superb with the ball in all phases of the game using spin and smartness, has shed light on using the same tactic in defending their title.

“You have to play good cricket, no matter whether you are the defending champions or not. Having played a good amount of cricket, it has been nearly a decade since I played at this level, and I have a bit of experience to share with the teammates. At the end of the day, it’s about keeping things simple regardless of how things are.” The elder Pandya brother noted.

Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru clash set to test nerves

Delhi Capitals has been coming off successive defeats against the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Punjab Kings, where their bowling has been taken to the cleaners. They will hope for a better performance with the ball against a power-packed Bengaluru side.

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RCB, meanwhile, won’t forget how they faced the defeat on the penultimate ball against this side when DC chased down 179 runs by six wickets at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Fans react to Krunal’s calm and composed approach before big match

Here is how the fans have reacted to the calm approach of Krunal before the big game-