The Pandya brothers have truly dominated the IPL. Hardik Pandya, captaining Gujarat Titans in 2022, led the team to their first IPL trophy, a significant achievement in his captaincy career.
Sports News: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) created history in the IPL 2025 final. They defeated Punjab Kings to claim the coveted trophy for the first time. Crucially contributing to this historic victory was the team's spin all-rounder, Krunal Pandya, who bowled economically in his four overs, taking two crucial wickets and completely turning the match in his team's favor.
This victory holds even greater significance for the Pandya brothers; with this trophy, Hardik and Krunal have collectively won a remarkable nine IPL titles.
The Pandya Brothers' IPL Dominance
The Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, have left an indelible mark on the IPL, a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. Hardik Pandya, former captain of Gujarat Titans, led his team to their maiden title in 2022. Meanwhile, Krunal Pandya has consistently strengthened his teams with his all-round performances. Joining RCB this season, Krunal delivered outstanding performances, playing a pivotal role in securing the team's first-ever trophy.
Hardik Pandya won the IPL trophy in 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2022. Krunal won in 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2025. Together, the brothers have won nine IPL titles, more than any other sibling duo in IPL history.
RCB's Maiden IPL Title
This victory is exceptionally special for RCB, as the team had waited 18 seasons to finally become champions. The final match was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where RCB, after losing the toss, batted first, scoring 190 runs in 20 overs. In response, Punjab Kings managed 184 runs, losing by six runs.
In the final, Krunal Pandya bowled economically, taking two wickets for 17 runs in his four overs. He bowled 12 dot balls, putting immense pressure on the Punjab Kings, ultimately preventing them from reaching the target.
Krunal's IPL Journey
Krunal Pandya made his IPL debut in 2016. He played for Mumbai Indians for several years, becoming a key player. In the 2025 mega-auction, RCB bought Krunal for ₹5.75 crore. Having played 142 matches, Krunal has scored 1756 runs and taken 93 wickets. This season, Krunal took 17 wickets and scored 109 runs in 15 matches, significantly bolstering the RCB team. His wickets and economical bowling in the final were decisive in securing the trophy.
Hardik-Krunal's Trophy Talk
After the final victory, Krunal spoke with Hardik, expressing his joy. He said, "When I joined RCB, I said I wanted to win the trophy. Today, 3.5 months later, I'm happy that dream has come true. Winning four trophies in ten years isn't easy." Krunal revealed that he informed Hardik by phone that the Pandya family now has a total of nine IPL trophies over the past ten years. This is a testament to both brothers' dedication and hard work.
The Pandya brothers are known for their versatility and significant contributions to their teams. While Hardik is renowned for his aggressive batting and fast bowling, Krunal has often rescued his teams with his spin bowling and useful batting. Teams including them have frequently tasted success. Hardik and Krunal's partnership has cemented their place as one of the most successful sibling duos in IPL history.
