Kamal Ghorui
NEW DELHI: At the pre-season press conference ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Friday, things took an unexpected turn when Dwayne Bravo made a remark, which was immediately caught on mic.Sitting alongside teammates and coaching staff, Bravo was chatting informally when he said, “I had two chicks at my house”.Though meant as harmless banter, the comment was picked up by live microphones and streamed online, instantly creating an awkward situation.
The light-hearted conversation quickly turned uncomfortable once everyone realised it was being broadcast. Ajinkya Rahane, showing quick awareness, stepped in right away and warned the group that the mics were still on. Watch:His timely reaction helped prevent the moment from escalating further. The clip, however, had already been captured and soon spread rapidly across social media platforms.Many fans reacted with amusement, seeing it as a funny, human moment that showed the lighter side of players. Though, some felt he should have been more careful with his choice of words.Rahane’s composed handling of the situation was widely appreciated, with people praising his professionalism and presence of mind.Soon after the clip gained traction online, the full press conference video was taken down from Kolkata Knight Riders’ official account. While no formal explanation was given, it is believed the move was made to avoid unnecessary controversy just before the tournament.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 seen as just a minor, off-field moment that briefly grabbed attention before the real action begins.
