Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have reportedly released Andre Russell ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, which is likely to take place in December. The three-time IPL champions have not retained Russell despite him being a member of the Knight Riders franchise in different leagues.
Russell, known for his six-hitting prowess, has been one of the match-winners in the tournament. The Jamaican all-rounder is capable of turning games with his power-hitting or his bowling. He has been part of the Knight Riders since 2014 and was retained for ₹12 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Andre Russell Released by Kolkata Knight Riders Ahead of IPL 2026 Auction
According to a report by ESPNcricinfo’s Nagraj Gollapudi, the Kolkata Knight Riders are set to make a bold decision that may surprise many fans. Andre Russell is expected to enter the IPL 2026 auction.
Russell’s performances in IPL 2025 were far from his best. He scored only 167 runs in 10 innings at an average of 18.6 and a strike rate of 163.70, with just a single half-century. He struggled with the ball as well, taking 8 wickets at an economy rate of 11.94.
His dip in form hasn’t been limited to the IPL either. His performances across other T20 leagues in 2025 have also been underwhelming. With the franchise keen to build for the future, Kolkata may be ready to move on from one of their longest-serving stars.
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