Krunal Pandya expressed his joy after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally broke their home losing streak with a thrilling 11-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL 2025. In a video shared by RCB, Krunal highlighted the importance of small but crucial contributions, like Philip Salt’s steady 26 runs during the powerplay, which laid a solid foundation for the team. He also praised the efforts in the field, such as key saves that made a difference. Krunal emphasized that while big performances are celebrated, it’s often these small moments that shape the outcome of close matches.
Krunal Pandya Highlights Key Moments After RCB’s First Home Win Against RR
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended their home-ground losing streak in IPL 2025, securing a thrilling 11-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 24. In a high-scoring, nerve-wracking battle, standout performances came from Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, and Josh Hazlewood. However, it was Krunal Pandya’s post-match remarks that caught attention as he emphasized the importance of small but crucial moments that led to RCB’s victory.
In a dressing room video shared by RCB, Krunal Pandya praised Philip Salt’s composed 26-run knock during the powerplay, calling it a key platform builder despite Salt’s reputation for high-strike-rate hitting. He also acknowledged Jacob’s brilliant fielding effort, saving vital runs. “For me, those small things matter a lot,” Krunal said, appreciating contributions often overlooked during a high-pressure match.
RCB mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik echoed Krunal’s sentiments, highlighting how Salt adapted his game to the conditions at Chinnaswamy, which made a huge difference. Karthik praised Salt’s smart shot selection and commitment to the team’s plans, noting the satisfaction Salt felt after executing the strategy perfectly. With this crucial win, RCB not only boosted their playoff hopes but also found renewed belief in their team unity and small, impactful efforts.
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