Last Updated: April 24, 2026 03:40 PM
RCB added great skill to their squad last season. The left-arm all-rounder brings years of IPL skills. Let’s dive into his numbers and see what he’s achieved so far.
Who is Krunal Pandya?
Krunal Pandya is Hardik Pandya’s elder brother, famously known across cricket circles. He’s 35 years old now but still performs for RCB. The left-handed batter also bowls left-arm orthodox spin quite effectively.
He started his IPL journey back in 2016 with Mumbai Indians. Those early years with MI brought him multiple championship titles successfully. Kiran More’s Academy trained him during his younger days in cricket.
Financial struggles marked his early career before fame eventually arrived. He earned money playing local matches to support his cricket dreams. MI scouts spotted his talent even before he played first-class cricket.
Krunal Pandya Stats
IPL Stats 2026
His 2026 season with RCB hasn’t brought big batting numbers yet honestly. He scored just 13 runs across 6 matches played so far. That gives him a disappointing average of only 6.50 this year.
However, his bowling record tells a much better story for RCB fans. He’s grabbed 8 wickets already, averaging 22.50 with the ball nicely. One catch in the field rounds out his contributions this season.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 6 |
| Runs | 13 |
| Wickets | 8 |
| Best Bowling | 2/30 |
| Economy Rate | 8.57 |
| Bowling Average | 22.50 |
IPL Stats (Overall)
Across 148 IPL matches, Krunal Pandya has accumulated 1,769 runs total. He averages 21.84 with a strike rate of 131.82 throughout. His highest score remains 86 not out against Delhi way back.
Bowling-wise, 101 wickets have come from 420.4 overs bowled. His economy sits at 7.52 with the best figures of 4/45. Fielding has brought him 53 catches over the years consistently.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 148 |
| Runs | 1,769 |
| Highest Score | 86 |
| Strike Rate | 131.82 |
| Wickets | 101 |
| Economy Rate | 7.52 |
| Best Bowling | 4/45 |
RCB paid 5.75 crore for him in the 2025 auction originally. Mumbai Indians had him for 8.80 crore during their championship runs. Lucknow Super Giants signed him for 8.25 crore between those stints.
Domestic Stats
Krunal Pandya shines even brighter in domestic cricket for Baroda regularly. He’s played 17 first-class matches, scoring a massive 160 once memorably. List A cricket saw him play 98 matches with 133 not out in one match.
The 2016-17 Vijay Hazare Trophy showcased his all-round abilities perfectly then. He scored 366 runs averaging 45.75 plus took 11 wickets. That tournament performance caught everyone’s attention nationally back then.
Batting Records
| Format | Matches | Inns | Not Outs | Runs | Highest Score | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 17 | 29 | 0 | 952 | 160 | 32.82 | 62.63 | 3 | 6 |
| List A | 98 | 93 | 15 | 3001 | 133* | 38.47 | 88.03 | 3 | 17 |
| T20s | 234 | 184 | 54 | 3030 | 86 | 23.30 | 129.87 | 0 | 9 |
Bowling Records
| Format | Matches | Inns | Wkts | Best Inns | Best Match | Avg | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 17 | 23 | 24 | 4/40 | 6/59 | 31.04 | 3.39 | 54.8 | 1 | 0 |
| List A | 98 | 94 | 118 | 6/41 | 6/41 | 31.94 | 4.96 | 38.6 | 3 | 2 |
| T20s | 234 | 222 | 173 | 4/15 | 4/15 | 30.19 | 7.39 | 24.5 | 3 | 0 |
Recent Form and Future Prospects
His last 10 innings have shown struggles with the bat lately. Multiple zeros appeared recently in matches against various opponents. The 2025 final against PBKS brought just 4 runs off 5 balls.
But experience matters in the league, especially for teams chasing championships desperately.
