New Delhi: Things took an unexpected turn when Dwayne Bravo made a remark during the pre-season press conference ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Friday, which was immediately captured on the microphone.
“I have two chicks at home,” Bravo said, sitting next to his teammates and coaching staff, chatting informally.
Although intended as a harmless joke, the comment was picked up by a live microphone and broadcast online, causing an immediate awkward situation.
The casual conversation quickly turned uncomfortable when everyone realized it was being broadcast. Ajinkya Rahane showed keen awareness and immediately stepped in to warn everyone that the microphone was still on.
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His prompt response helped avoid further escalation. However, the video was captured and quickly went viral on social media platforms.
Many fans were amused by this and thought it was a funny, human moment that showed the lighter side of the player. However, some believe he should have chosen his words more carefully.
Rahane’s calm handling of the incident was widely appreciated, with people praising his professionalism and composure.
Soon after the video gained traction online, the full press conference video was removed from the Kolkata Knight Riders’ official account.
Although no official explanation was given, it is believed that the move was to avoid unnecessary controversy before the game.
Kolkata Knight Riders will kick off their IPL 2026 season against Mumbai Indians on March 29.
With preparations in full swing, the incident is likely to be viewed as just a small moment on the sidelines, briefly grabbing attention before the real action begins.