The excitement for IPL 2026 is reaching fever pitch, fueled by Kagiso Rabada’s high-praise for Virat Kohli and a shocking “hot mic” incident involving KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo. Rabada, a key asset for Gujarat Titans, recently shared his insights on a podcast, labeling Virat Kohli as the most consistent Test batter. “Getting Virat’s wicket requires immense effort,” Rabada admitted, placing him above Smith and Williamson.

However, when asked about the most dangerous overall batter, Rabada bypassed Kohli to name David Warner, citing his unpredictable shot-making. He also voiced concerns about T20 cricket becoming too batsman-friendly due to shorter boundaries and lack of bounce.

Meanwhile, at Eden Gardens, a major controversy erupted during a KKR press conference. Before the official start, KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo was caught on a live microphone saying, “I have two partners at home.” Captain Ajinkya Rahane immediately intervened, reminding Bravo that the mic was on and urging him to be cautious. The clip has since gone viral, with netizens questioning the legendary all-rounder’s professional conduct. All eyes are now on Gujarat Titans’ opener on March 31, where Rabada aims to redeem his recent World Cup form.