KKR Signs Navdeep Saini as Harshit Rana's Replacement, Saini Impresses in Trials
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News18•25-03-2026, 20:28
KKR Signs Navdeep Saini as Harshit Rana's Replacement, Saini Impresses in Trials
•Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has signed Indian Test cricketer Navdeep Saini as a replacement for the injured Harshit Rana.
•Harshit Rana sustained a right knee ligament injury during a T20 World Cup warm-up match and is currently recovering from surgery.
•Saini impressed KKR management during pre-season trials at Eden Gardens, particularly by bowling out Finn Allen, a 2-crore batter, in a practice match.
•Navdeep Saini's pace and extra bounce are expected to be effective on the Eden Gardens pitch.
•Saini, who was unsold in the IPL 2026 auction, had been with KKR as a net bowler before the season.