Cricket
Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Jhanvi Mehta played a key role in bringing Finn Allen to the franchise during the Indian Premier League 2026 auction
Jhanvi Mehta is the daughter of Jay Mehta and actress Juhi Chawla. She is actively involved in the decision-making and auction strategy of the Kolkata Knight Riders franchise
Reports suggest that Jhanvi Mehta had been closely following Finn Allen for several years. She watched his performances in leagues such as Major League Cricket and during his time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
During the IPL 2026 auction held in December 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders secured Finn Allen for ₹2 crore, adding the explosive New Zealand batter to their squad
Jhanvi Mehta reportedly admired Allen’s aggressive batting style and powerplay dominance. She first became a fan of his batting while watching him play for the San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket
The Indian Premier League 2026 season is expected to begin on March 28, 2026, with the final scheduled for May 31, 2026. Fans will be eager to see whether Finn Allen can justify KKR’s bold auction decision