Manish Pandey Reflects on 19 IPL Seasons: 'All Just Passed in a Flash'

• Manish Pandey, one of only four players to feature in all 19 IPL seasons, describes his journey as having passed in a flash.
• He will play for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2026, opening against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede Stadium.
• Pandey is the first Indian to score an IPL century (2009) and has amassed 3,942 runs in 174 games.
• He highlights the IPL's evolution from 2008 to 2026, noting its growth in pace, talent discovery, and global influence.
• Pandey emphasizes the IPL's role in helping players achieve their dream of playing for India and handling pressure.