Indian Premier League 2026 | KKR Face Injury Woes, Selection Headache Ahead of IPL Season

Kolkata Knight Riders head into the new Indian Premier League season with a mix of promise and problems, as injuries and off-field issues disrupt their plans. The exit of Mustafizur Rahman amid regional tensions and a long injury list including Matheesha Pathirana, Harshit Rana and Akash Deep has weakened their bowling attack. While reinforcements like Blessing Muzarabani offer options, KKR also face a selection dilemma with multiple opening choices. Much will depend on key performers like Rinku Singh, along with experienced names such as Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy. With questions over home advantage and team balance, KKR’s season could hinge on how quickly they overcome early setbacks. NDTV's Rica Roy brings you the details.