5 players Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) can release ahead of IPL 2023

    KKR didn't have a great outing in IPL 2022 despite adding new names.

    1. Varun Chakravarthy

    Varun Chakravarthy
    Varun Chakravarthy. (Image Credits: Twitter)

    After a highly impressive IPL 2021, Kolkata Knight Riders decided to retain mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy for a price of INR 8 crore. The spinner was supposed to form a deadly spin duo alongside veteran spinner Sunil Narine.

    However, Varun Chakravarthy had a highly disappointing season with the ball. The right-handed spinner picked up only six wickets in 11 matches he played in the IPL 2022. He averaged 55.33 during the season while having an economy rate of over 8.5.

    Kolkata Knight Riders might not want to end their association with the spinner, but they might be tempted to release the player and buy him back for a cheaper price.

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