The Wankhede Stadium turned into a theater of high-octane drama on 12 April 2026 as the 20th match. IPL 2026 saw the legendary rivalry renewed. In the high-scoring thriller Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) came face to face Mumbai Indians (MI) in a contest defined by a powerful six, a massive 240 runs and a family rivalry that set social media ablaze. Although the scoreboard was in favor of the visitors, the defining moment of the night was not just a boundary, but the raw, unbridled emotion on display between two of India’s most famous cricketing brothers.
Krunal Pandya’s animated reaction steals the show after Hardik Pandya’s wicket in MI vs RCB.
In a league built on density, vision Krunal Pandya celebrating his brother Hardik’s dismissal was the ultimate IPL moment. Chasing the daunting target of 241, the Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya was the last great hope for the host. Hardik looked dangerous, scoring 40 off just 22 deliveries, studded with 3 fours and 6 big sixes.
However, the momentum changed on the 15th. Although Jacob Duffy Hardik, who took the thick edge, was the bowler who officially took the wicket Romario Shepherd— Krunal’s reaction went viral. Wearing RCB red, Krunal let out a roar of triumph that echoed through the stadium. As Hardik walks back to the pavilion with MI at 145/4, Krunal pumps his fists and engages in an over-animated celebration.
Cricket fans are used to the camaraderie of brothers, but tonight Krunal proved that there are no brothers on the field, only rivals. An economical spell of 1/26 in four overs was the backbone of RCB’s defence, and his exuberant reaction to Hardik’s performance highlighted the high stakes of this marquee clash.
We present the video:
Bhaivalry was at its peak, emotions were running high 🔥#MIvRCB | (Mumbai Indians, Rohit, Kohli, Tilak, Rajat Patidar) pic.twitter.com/CTEtAgcNiB
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) April 12, 2026
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RCB cruise past MI in IPL 2026’s marquee clash
The match was a certified run-fest that began with a masterclass from RCB’s opening duo. Phil Saltwas eventually named Man of the Match, hitting 78 off 36 balls, while the evergreen Virat Kohli It gave him a solid 50 support. It was provided by medium air fireworks Rajat PatidarA smashing 20-ball 53 took RCB to a massive 240/4 in 20 overs. He struggled with the bowling of MI Shardul Thakur he conceded 32 runs in just 2 overs.
Mumbai’s chase began with a setback Rohit Sharma After a quick 19, he was forced to retire due to injury. Despite the late-innings flurry Shefane RutherfordRemaining unbeaten on 71 off 31 balls, and Suryakumar Yadav‘s 33, the target turned out to be very steep. MI trailed by 18 runs at 222/5.
Finally, RCB’s disciplined bowling in the death overs led by Krunal’s tight lines and Suyash Sharma‘s two wickets saw the Bengaluru franchise move up to 3rd in the points table, leaving Mumbai wondering what could have been.
