KKR probable playing 11 for IPL 2026 after auction

All-Rounders: Ramandeep Singh, Sunil Narine

With Andre Russell gone, Ramandeep Singh is set to play a big role for KKR this year. The three-time champions lack a genuine seam-bowling all-rounder who can bat at No. 6 or 7 and chip in with a couple of overs. Ramandeep can partially fill that void, especially as a lower-order hitter.

On the other hand, Sunil Narine, who will not be seen at the opening position, will be coming down the order as a pinch hitter. Despite having success at the top, the KKR head coach confirmed his demotion, forcing him to focus more on bowling. With the ball, the veteran will pair up with Varun Chakaravarthy to control the middle overs.