Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced a major setback just days before the IPL 2026 kick-off as pacer Akash Deep was ruled out of the season due to a recurring back injury. However, the Knight Riders were quick to react, signing Vidarbha’s left-arm pacer Saurabh Dubey as his replacement. Dubey, who was previously part of the SRH camp, is eager to make his IPL debut this year.

Cameron Green Returns to Bowling: The biggest highlight from Sunday’s practice session at Eden Gardens was Cameron Green. The record-breaking ₹25.20 crore all-rounder, who didn’t bowl during the T20 World Cup, was seen hitting the straps under the watchful eyes of Shane Watson. Meanwhile, stalwarts Andre Russell and Sunil Narine are reaching Kolkata today. Under Ajinkya Rahane’s leadership, the Knights are set to fly to Mumbai this Wednesday for their opening clash.