Krunal Pandya Breaks Silence After Video Shows Nicholas Pooran Grabbing Him By Collar

In a shocking video that went viral after Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) game, Nicholas Pooran was seen grabbing RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya by the collar, leaving fans in shock. Krunal and Pooran exchanged a few words during the game when Pooran slammed Krunal for a six, and the spinner said a few words to the southpaw after he reached the other end. After the game, the video showed a tense exchange between the two cricketers, with Pooran grabbing Pandya and pointing fingers at the RCB star. The video stirred a storm on social media, with some calling it a heated altercation.

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Truth Decoded

Anyone who saw the video felt that the two players had a heated exchange, and some even demanded strict action by the BCCI; however, Krunal Pandya later clarified that it was a playful banter with Pooran, who had played with Krunal at Lucknow Super Giants.

“No lafda (no trouble), only love ❤️Congrats to my bro @nicholaspooran on completing 100 IPL games. Proud of you brother, many more to come 🤗🔥Btw, how was the bouncer ?” he wrote on Instagram.

RCB, LSG Head Opposite Way

Meanwhile, RCB and LSG have had contrasting results at IPL 2026. While RCB has been one of the top teams, winning six out of the 10 games, LSG has struggled badly, losing seven out of the 10 games. Given their shambolic show, LSG are on the verge of a group stage exit from the IPL 2026, as even a win in all their remaining games might not be enough to secure a berth.

RCB, on the other hand, are set to make the playoffs and are looking in great shape to defend their IPL title. The team, however, has lost plot in the last two games, suffering defeats, including the game against LSG at the Ekana Stadium.