In a major development ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced the inclusion of left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for the injured Umran Malik. The decision comes as Umran Malik, known for his express pace, has been ruled out due to injury concerns.
Sakariya, who has previously played for Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals, brings valuable experience and versatility to KKR’s pace attack. The left-arm quick has been part of the IPL circuit since 2021, making a mark with his ability to swing the ball and deliver crucial breakthroughs in the powerplay and death overs.
With KKR aiming for a strong campaign in IPL 2025, Sakariya’s inclusion adds depth to their bowling department, which already features a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents. The franchise will be hoping that he steps up to fill the void left by Umran Malik and contributes effectively throughout the season.
Kolkata Knight Riders will kick off their IPL 2025 journey with a highly anticipated clash, and fans will be eager to see how their revamped squad performs.
