Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Dwayne Bravo and captain Ajinkya Rahane (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) NEW DELHI: At the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 pre-season press conference on Friday, things took an unexpected turn when Dwayne Bravo made a remark that was immediately picked up by the microphone.Bravo was sitting next to his teammates and coaching staff and chatting casually when he said, “I had two chicks at home.”Although the comment was meant as harmless banter, it was picked up by live microphones and streamed online, creating an immediate awkward situation.
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Cricket stars gather for Kuldeep Yadav’s grand wedding reception | A night full of starsThe lighthearted conversation quickly turned awkward once everyone realized it was being broadcast. Ajinkya Rahane, showing quick awareness, immediately intervened and warned the group that the microphones were still on. Watch:His timely response helped prevent the moment from escalating further. However, the clip was already captured and soon went viral on social media platforms.Many fans reacted with amusement, seeing it as a funny, human moment that showed a lighter side of the players. However, some felt that he should have been more careful with his choice of words.Rahane’s level-headed handling of the situation was widely praised, with people praising his professionalism and presence of mind.Soon after the clip gained traction online, the entire video of the press conference was taken down from Kolkata Knight Riders’ official account. Although no formal explanation was given, it is believed that the move was made to avoid unnecessary controversy just before the tournament.Kolkata Knight Riders will start their IPL 2026 season against Mumbai Indians on March 29. With preparations well underway, the incident is likely to be seen as just a minor off-pitch moment that caught the eye briefly before the real action begins.
