Varun Chakaravarthy Missing for KKR vs PBKS IPL Match Today

In a twist of fate, Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, Varun Chakaravarthy, is sidelined for today's IPL showdown against Punjab Kings due to an injury he picked up while attempting a catch. Captain Ajinkya Rahane confirmed that Varun and fellow spinner Sunil Narine, who is feeling under the weather, are both out, leaving KKR's bowling lineup in a bit of a pickle!

Quick rundown

1.Varun Chakaravarthy misses out due to injury.

2.Sunil Narine is sidelined with illness.

3.KKR faces a bowling crisis in IPL 2026.

4.Rovman Powell replaces Sunil Narine.

5.Cameron Green yet to bowl in IPL 2026.

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04:10 am on Friday, 3 April, 2026

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