India, May 11 -- Krunal Pandya's voice cracked on live broadcast after he helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Mumbai Indians in a dramatic IPL 2026 finish in Raipur, with the all-rounder turning emotional while speaking about Kieron Pollard and his years with the five-time champions.

Krunal produced the defining innings of the chase, scoring 73 as RCB hunted down 167 in a tense two-wicket win. The result carried heavy consequences for the Mumbai Indians, whose campaign ended after another narrow defeat. For Krunal, the night carried a deeper personal layer. He had spent six seasons with MI between 2016 and 2021, winning three IPL titles and growing into one of the franchise's most trusted all-round options during their strongest peri...