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Major Surprise in KKR Captaincy Race Ahead of IPL
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News18•15-10-2026, 12:50
Major Surprise in KKR Captaincy Race Ahead of IPL
- •Kolkata Knight Riders have started organizing their squad and leadership for the upcoming IPL season.
- •While Rinku Singh leads the race from the current squad, KKR might target a marquee player from outside.
- •Rumors suggest Hardik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma could be on KKR's radar if they enter the auction with a heavy purse.
- •Uncertainty surrounding Hardik Pandya's future at Mumbai Indians and Abhishek Sharma's role at Sunrisers Hyderabad fuels the speculation.
- •KKR management is expected to make a final decision regarding their new captain after the Puja celebrations.
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If KKR collects a hefty amount to enter the auction, they could target two big external names for leadership: Hardik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma, potentially acquiring them via trade or auction.
Rinku Singh's name is ahead in the race for captaincy from within the current squad, building on his experience as KKR's vice-captain and his domestic leadership background.
The IPL 2027 auction is set to take place in the second week of December, with KKR expected to finalize their captaincy planning after the Puja.
