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IPL 2026: KKR make big move, bring in T20 World Cup stars to speed up attack

Blessings from Zimbabwe Muzarabani (AP/PTI)

Kolkata Knight Riders add Zimbabwean fast bowler Blessings to Muzarabani They will participate in the upcoming 2026 Indian Premier League season.The team confirmed the signing on Friday as they look to bolster their attacking rhythm ahead of the new season. Muzarabani is a tall right-arm fast bowler at 6 feet 8 inches who is known for his steep bounces and picking up wickets at crucial stages of the innings.The Zimbabwe international brings a wealth of experience in T20 cricket. In over 80 T20 internationals, he took 90 wickets at an average of around 21 and his best bowling figures were 3 for 8. His performances in international cricket and various franchise leagues have made him one of Zimbabwe’s leading fast bowlers in the format.Muzarabani also performed well in the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The pacer finished among the top four wicket-takers in the tournament, taking 13 wickets in just six games and played a key role in helping Zimbabwe reach the Super Eight stage.The Zimbabwe pacer is scheduled to arrive in Kolkata on March 17 and is ready to join the team ahead of the match.Kolkata Knight Riders Riders – First 4 matches of Indian Premier League 2026:

date match site time
March 29 Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders mumbai 7:30pm
April 2 Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad historical results calcutta 7:30pm
April 6 Kolkata Knight Riders vs Kings XI Punjab calcutta 7:30pm
April 9 Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Supergiants calcutta 7:30pm

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