India, April 28 -- Krunal Pandya was key for RCB on Sunday, as they eased past DC to climb to top of the IPL 2025 points table. During the run-chase, Krunal smacked an unbeaten knock of 73* runs off 47 balls, setting up crucial partnerships with Virat Kohli (51) and Tim David (19*). Krunal's unbeaten knock also saw him maintain a 155.32 strike rate, and he also clattered five fours and four sixes.

Meanwhile, the all-rounder also took a wicket and conceded 28 runs in his four overs, as RCB restricted DC to 162/8 in 20 overs. Chasing 163, RCB cruised to 165/4 in 18.3 overs.

Speaking at the post-match ceremony, Krunal revealed how batting with Kohli helped him settle into the game. "Glad that I fulfilled my role. When Virat is at the other...