Pietersen picks early IPL 2026 top four, skips RCB
Kevin Pietersen has made an early call on the IPL 2026 top four after all 10 teams played at least one match. He picked Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings, while leaving out Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Quick rundown
- Kevin Pietersen has already played selector for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
- MI, DC, RR, and PBKS are his early top-four picks.
- RCB’s title defense got ignored in the prediction despite a strong win.
- Pietersen flagged bowling and Hazlewood’s fitness as key concerns for RCB.
- CSK and KKR were left out, with KKR already off to a rough start.
