VHT: RCB X-Factors Hit Prime Form Ahead IPL 2026?

It turned into a memorable day for RCB players in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. You saw two key names deliver big hundreds on the same day. Those performances gave fans fresh reasons to stay hopeful ahead of the new season.

Padikkal sets the tone

Devdutt Padikkal scored a composed 113 off 116 balls against Puducherry. You watched him bat with patience and control. His knock laid the foundation for a strong day for RCB linked players.

Krunal dominates for Baroda

Later, Krunal Pandya stole the spotlight for Baroda against Hyderabad. Batting first at the Sanosara Cricket Ground B in Rajkot, Baroda posted a massive 417 for 4. Krunal stayed unbeaten on 109 from 63 balls.

Big partnerships build the total

Baroda began strongly with a 230 run opening stand between Nitya Pandya and Amit Passi. After Passi’s dismissal, Nitya and Krunal added 68 runs. You could see the momentum stay firmly with Baroda.

Late surge crosses 400

At 302 for 4 after 40 overs, Baroda pushed hard. Krunal Pandya added 115 runs with Bhanu Pania. That partnership helped you see the total cross the 400 mark with ease.

Form revival after T20 struggles

Krunal struggled earlier in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He managed only 63 runs in four matches and took three wickets. After a short break, you now see a clear turnaround in his form.

Consistency in Vijay Hazare Trophy

In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Krunal scored 57 against Bengal and 82 against Uttar Pradesh before this century. You can track a steady rise in confidence and rhythm across matches.

RCB fans feel hopeful

With Padikkal and Krunal scoring centuries on the same day, Royal Challengers Bangalore fans have reasons to feel positive ahead of IPL 2026. If this form continues, you could see a strong and balanced RCB side.