Former South Africa pacer Dale Steyn hugged ex-captain Faf du Plessis in the commentary box during MI-RCB match after a fan poll named du Plessis as fans' favourite South African at IPL 2026. Du Plessis received 57% votes, followed by Steyn (20%), Quinton De Kock (11%) and Ryan Rickelton (12%). Notably, Du Plessis and Steyn are commentating in IPL 2026.