KKR Retention List Before IPL 2026 Auction: Likely List Of Players Kolkata Knight Riders Will Retain Tezzbuzz  |  04/07/2025 14:24:40

With the IPL 2026 Auction a few months away, three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are expected to take a few big calls. Especially after missing the playoffs in the last edition finishing eighth in the playoffs, the Purple and Gold outfit will look to turnaround their fortunes in the upcoming season. Here’s a look at the likely KKR Retention List, players who could be released, and how the KKR squad might shape up.

KKR Retention List For IPL 2026 Auction

KKR are known for backing their loyal custodians and matchwinners but ahead of the IPL 2026 Auction, the franchise might look to tweak a few spots. Here’s a look at the likely KKR Retention List:

Which Players Could Be Retained By KKR?

KKR may stick to their philosophy of retaining their core. Players who offer multi-dimensional skills or form the leadership core are more likely to be retained. Some potential names are:

Sunil Narine – Part of KKR’s all three title wins (2012, 2014 and 2024) alongside his explosive batting and mystery spin bowling

Angkrish raghuvanshi – Promising young talent who has delivered mostly when given the chance
Varun chakravarthy – Top wicket-taker for KKR in the last two seasons and forms a lethal spin duo with Narine
Rinu Singh – Homegrown talent and one of the best finishers in the business
Harshit Rana- Spearhead of KKR’s pace bowling attack and a key cog of the Indian core in the franchise.

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