Royal Challengers Bengaluru\u2019s push to stay alive in the IPL playoff hunt received a major boost from Krunal Pandya\u2019s match-winning batting effort against Mumbai Indians, and the veteran all-rounder later pointed to the quiet influence of Dinesh Karthik in explaining RCB\u2019s sharper batting rhythm. Krunal credited Karthik\u2019s hands-on work with the batters over the past two seasons as a key reason the team has looked more composed in high-pressure phases, after the franchise\u2019s latest win pushed Mumbai out of the playoff picture.<\/p>\n
In a tense chase, Krunal produced an unbeaten 73 off just 46 balls to keep RCB in contention until the final delivery. The innings came despite him battling severe cramps and effectively batting on one leg for long stretches, yet he still managed to power the chase through the middle overs and set up a finish that swung right down to the end.<\/p>\n
RCB ultimately sealed the result off the final ball, needing two runs to complete the win. The finish was dramatic, with the required runs coming from a scramble in the last moments\u2014turning Krunal\u2019s resilience into a decisive team effort.<\/p>\n
At the post-match press conference on Sunday, Krunal made it clear that the improvement in RCB\u2019s batting is not just about individual performances, but about how the group plans and executes. He singled out mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik, saying the work done with the batters behind the scenes has helped shape the team\u2019s overall approach.<\/p>\n
Speaking about the changes, Krunal said that from last season to the current one, there has been a lot of credit due to Karthik. He explained that Karthik spends time with each player individually\u2014assessing strengths and weaknesses and working on them\u2014while remaining consistently available for the batters. For Krunal, that attention has translated into RCB batting like a unit rather than as separate individuals.<\/p>\n
Krunal also highlighted that RCB\u2019s clarity in crunch moments comes from detailed planning around match-ups and execution when it matters most. He described how the team\u2019s discussions revolve around identifying a bowler a batter fancies and then focusing on playing out the key deliveries properly rather than getting overwhelmed by the stage.<\/p>\n
In Krunal\u2019s account, once he recognized he was set, the cramps made running between the wickets far more difficult\u2014so he adjusted his mindset and aimed to face the remaining balls with a plan to cash in on whatever was available.<\/p>\n
Krunal, who has batted in multiple positions across his IPL career, said he enjoys taking responsibility depending on what the team needs. He noted that he does not focus on personal landmarks, but instead asks himself about the situation every time he walks in\u2014how the game is unfolding and what RCB requires at that moment. For him, even tough scenarios are part of the appeal.<\/p>\n
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