Varun Chakravarthy's Decline: Why the Mystery Spinner is Struggling Post-T20 World Cup

• Varun Chakravarthy, a KKR star and former top-ranked T20 bowler, is facing a significant dip in form.
• After a strong start in the T20 World Cup, his performance declined from the South Africa match onwards, conceding many runs.
• His struggles continued into the IPL, where he gave away 48 runs in 4 overs against Mumbai and 31 runs in 2 overs against Hyderabad.
• Experts suggest Varun is bowling too defensively and fast under pressure, losing his attacking edge and variations.
• Despite past comebacks, fans await his return to old form as he faces a new challenge in his career.

Key Questions Answered

Can Varun Chakravarthy regain his mystery spin form?

Varun Chakravarthy's form is a concern, but KKR coach Abhishek Nayar believes he can bounce back. He has struggled since the T20 World Cup and into IPL 2026.

What changes will KKR make for Varun's bowling?

KKR's bowling attack is under scrutiny after a poor performance in the first match.

Will Varun's defensive bowling hurt his career?

There is no indication that Varun Aaron's defensive bowling will hurt his career.