KKR Possible Retain Players: Kolkata Knight Riders won the title of IPL 2024. In this way, Shahrukh Khan’s team became the champion for the third time. But now other teams including Kolkata Knight Riders are preparing for the auction. Anyway, it will be interesting to see which teams retain which player and which one they release? Especially, it will not be easy for the defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders to retain the players, as this team has many options. Now the biggest question is whether Kolkata Knight Riders will release Mitchell Starc, the most expensive player in IPL history?
Actually, in the IPL Auction 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders bought Mitchell Starc for a record Rs 24.75 crore, but will Shahrukh Khan’s team retain Mitchell Starc now? According to media reports, Kolkata Knight Riders are in the mood to release Mitchell Starc. Mitchell Starc’s performance in the first half of IPL 2024 was disappointing. However, this fast bowler made a strong comeback in the second half. But the price may come in the way of Kolkata Knight Riders retaining Mitchell Starc. Therefore, there is a possibility that Kolkata Knight Riders will release Mitchell Starc.
However, we will look at the players whom Kolkata Knight Riders can retain. These players played an important role in making Kolkata Knight Riders the champion. Apart from young players, many senior names are included in this list.
Sunil Narine
Sunil Narine gave KKR a stormy start in almost every match of IPL 2024. Apart from batting, this player showed his strength in bowling. At the same time, Sunil Narine has been associated with KKR for a long time. However, it is believed that KKR would like to retain Sunil Narine at all costs.
Andre Russell
The IPL 2024 season was a mixed one for Andre Russell. This player played the role of finisher in many matches. Apart from this, he impressed in bowling. Especially in the last overs, Andre Russell remained a problem for the opposition batsmen. However, there are chances that KKR will definitely retain Andre Russell.
Shreyas Iyer
KKR became the IPL champion under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer. In this way, Shreyas Iyer became the second captain to make KKR the champion. Although Shreyas Iyer failed to leave his mark as a batsman, but he made the team champion with his leadership skills. KKR would like to retain its captain at all costs.
Venkatesh Iyer
Venkatesh Iyer kept strengthening KKR in the top order. Apart from batting, this player also took important wickets in bowling. Especially, the speed with which Venkatesh Iyer added runs in the middle overs made KKR’s job easier.
Rinku Singh
Rinku Singh has won the hearts of cricket fans with his finishing ability. This player has batted explosively for India as well as KKR in the IPL. Therefore, KKR would like to retain its finisher. At the same time, it is believed that if Rinku Singh becomes a part of the auction, then there can be a rain of money.
Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy remained an enigma for the opposition batsmen. This bowler gave success to his team on important occasions. Also, he bowled very economically. However, it is believed that KKR can retain Varun Chakravarthy.
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