By Admin 
The entire equation of the race for playoffs in IPL 2026 is now clear. While this season was a miracle for many teams, it was very disappointing for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). KKR team was seen struggling throughout the tournament. KKR had to face consecutive defeats in the initial matches. Due to this, the team was far behind even before the race for the playoffs. KKR’s last match was with Delhi Capitals. Ajinkya Rahane had scored a half century in this match. However, despite this the team had to face defeat by 40 runs. With this, KKR’s journey ended at seventh place with 13 points. Now the team management seems to be preparing to make big changes before the next season. In such a situation, many players are in danger of being released. Let us know who are those 5 players who are at greater risk of being dropped from the team.
cameron green
Cameron Green comes first in this list. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green was bought by KKR in the auction with great expectations. The franchise wanted Green to put pressure on the opposing teams by displaying his excellent batting and bowling, but the entire season was very bad for him. He failed to play big innings even in the middle order, while he could not make an impact in bowling either. Considering Green’s huge salary and limited slots for foreign players, KKR management can empty its purse by releasing him.
Ajinkya Rahane
Under the captaincy of Ajinkya Rahane, KKR looked completely ineffective in the IPL 2026 season. While playing the last match against Delhi, he scored 63 runs and his performance in the entire tournament was very poor. Even as captain, the team was constantly under pressure due to wrong decisions and weak strategy. The consecutive defeats in the first six matches had devastated the team. Now the franchise wants to make a fresh start with a young captain, in such a situation Rahane can be released.
rovman powell
Caribbean batsman Rovman Powell, who is known for playing his dangerous innings. KKR had given him a place in the team for the role of finisher. The team expected that he would score runs as fast as Andre Russell, but Powell appeared to be a flop throughout the season. Powell, famous for playing big shots, appeared under pressure on many occasions and it was difficult for the team to finish the match. Considering the foreign slot, KKR can give a chance to another explosive batsman in his place.
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Anukul Roy
All-rounder Anukul Roy was used by KKR this season as an impact player or bowling all-rounder, but he failed to prove himself. His performance in both bowling and batting was very disappointing. The team expected him to score fast runs in the lower order, but he did not fit into that role.
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Manish Pandey
KKR had high expectations from experienced batsman Manish Pandey, but his bat remained quiet throughout the season. He definitely scored 25 runs in the last match against Delhi, his slow batting can become a major reason for his release in the next season. Now keeping the future in mind, the franchise wants to give a chance to a young Indian batsman. For this reason, Manish Pandey’s name can also be included in the list of released players.