3 KKR bowlers to watch out for ahead of IPL 2024

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) didn’t live up to the expectations of their fans in the last two seasons of the Indian Premier League (IPL). This year, Shreyas Iyer will make a comeback in the league and lead the side after missing the 2022 instalment of the tournament due to a back injury. The franchise has also appointed their trophy-winning skipper Gautam Gambhir the mentor of the team. 

At the 2024 IPL auction in Dubai, they focused on strengthening their bowling unit. The franchise acquired Australia speedster Mitchell Starc for a whopping amount of INR 24.75 crore. The Aussie veteran will be seen spearheading KKR’s fast-bowling unit in the upcoming competition. 

Along with Starc, Kolkata also bought England speedster Gus Atkinson, Afghanistan off-spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and uncapped India left-handed pacer Chetan Sakariya. Following the business event in Dubai, KKR have formed a 23-member squad for the 2024 IPL, and witnessing it, let’s know their three bowlers who can light up the competition for them.

Here are three KKR bowlers to watch out ahead of IPL 2024:

3. Mujeeb Ur Rahman

KKR have young Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman in their squad as the franchise got the 22-year-old for his base amount of INR 2 crore at the auction. Mujeeb can be effective with the ball at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, which is known for favouring spinners. 

With the presence of veteran Sunil Narine, it’s unlikely for Mujeeb to get a spot in KKR’s playing XI. However, Narine has been out of rhythm with the ball in the last two seasons and if he continues his poor run with the ball in the upcoming season, the KKR team management may give chances to Mujeeb.

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