Krunal Pandya IPL

Akshita Patel

Krunal Pandya IPL (Source:@RcbianOfficial,x.com)Krunal Pandya IPL (Source:@RcbianOfficial,x.com)

Krunal Pandya is an Indian all-rounder who gained prominence for his explosive batting, accurate left-arm spin, and aggressive on-field presence. As an elder brother of Hardik Pandya, Krunal made his name in the IPL with Mumbai Indians, playing a crucial role in their title wins. 

His performances earned him an India debut in 2018, where he showcased his ability to contribute in both departments. Over the years, he has played for Lucknow Super Giants before he was on the move again in 2025. Here's a brief look at Krunal Pandya's IPL journey and his rise to fame.

Krunal Pandya IPL Career

Krunal Pandya IPL Career (Source:@sljat0,x.com)Krunal Pandya IPL Career (Source:@sljat0,x.com)

As of the IPL 2025 season, Krunal Pandya is a key all-rounder for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). During the IPL 2025 auction, RCB secured Pandya's services for INR 5.75 crore.

Prior to joining RCB, Pandya represented the Lucknow Super Giants, where he delivered notable performances with both bat and ball. However, with limited retentions available, LSG released him from the squad and let him enter the mega auction pool.

Krunal Pandya IPL Team

Krunal Pandya IPL Team (Source:@IPL,x.com)Krunal Pandya IPL Team (Source:@IPL,x.com)

Krunal Pandya has been a part of multiple IPL teams since making his debut in 2016. He started his IPL journey with the Mumbai Indians (MI), who picked him for INR 2 crore in the 2016 auction. He played a crucial role in MI’s title wins in 2017, 2019, and 2020.

In the IPL 2022 mega auction, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) acquired Pandya, making him a key all-rounder in their squad. 

Ahead of IPL 2025, Krunal Pandya was released by LSG and bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the mega auction table. Overall, Pandya has represented MI, LSG, and RCB in the IPL.

Krunal Pandya IPL Salary

Krunal Pandya IPL Price [Source: @ImTanujSingh/X.com]Krunal Pandya IPL Price [Source: @ImTanujSingh/X.com]

In the IPL 2025 mega auction, Krunal Pandya was bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for INR 5.75 crore. The experienced all-rounder, who was previously with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), attracted interest from multiple franchises before RCB secured him. 

Krunal Pandya entered the IPL in 2016 when Mumbai Indians (MI) bought him for INR 2 crore. However, ahead of the IPL 2022 season, LSG signed Krunal for INR 8.25 crore, where he played a key role in both batting and bowling. Moreover, after being released by LSG, Krunal was picked by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for INR 5.75 crore in the 2025 mega auction.

Krunal Pandya IPL Stats (Batting)

Season
Mat
Runs
Ave
SR
IPL 20251510918.16126.74
IPL 20241413333.25126.66
IPL 20231518818.8113.93
IPL 20221418320.33126.2
IPL 20211314314.3116.26
IPL 2020/211610918.16118.47
IPL 20191618316.63122
IPL 20181422822.8145.22
IPL 20171324334.71135.75
IPL 20161223739.5191.12

Krunal Pandya IPL Stats (Bowling)

Season
Mat
Wkts
Econ
IPL 202515178.23
IPL 20241467.72
IPL 20231597.45
IPL 202214106.97
IPL 20211357.98
IPL 2020/211667.57
IPL 201916127.28
IPL 201814127.07
IPL 201713106.82
IPL 20161267.57

FAQs: Krunal Pandya IPL

Q.1 Which IPL team is Krunal Pandya in?

Answer: As of the IPL 2025 season, Krunal Pandya is a part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). He was sold to RCB for INR 5.75 crore during the mega auction.

Q.2 What is the price of Krunal Pandya in IPL?

Answer: Krunal Pandya’s price in IPL as of the 2025 season is INR 5.75 crore as RCB cashed out that money on him during the mega auction.

Q.3 Who is older, Hardik or Krunal?

Answer: Krunal Pandya is older than Hardik Pandya. He is two years and six months older than Hardik. 

Q.4 Which team buys Krunal Pandya in IPL 2025?

Answer: RCB bought Krunal Pandya in the IPL 2025 mega auction for a price of INR 5.75 crore.