Rachin Ravindra Leaves KKR to Focus on Upcoming Test Series Against England
New Zealand Star Leaves KKR To Prepare For Test Series Against England
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New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra has departed from the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ahead of their final three matches in IPL 2026 to prepare for a Test series against England. Despite not playing any matches for KKR this season, he is a vital part of New Zealand's squad, which will face England starting June 4 at Lord's.
- 01Rachin Ravindra was signed by KKR for ₹2 crore (approximately $240,000 USD) but did not play any matches this season.
- 02The upcoming Test series against England includes matches at Lord's, The Oval, and Trent Bridge from June 4 to June 29.
- 03Rachin has played 20 Test matches for New Zealand, scoring 1,526 runs and taking 11 wickets since his debut in November 2021.
- 04New Zealand's Test squad will be led by Tom Latham and includes notable players like Kane Williamson and Matt Henry.
- 05KKR currently sits 8th in the IPL 2026 points table, needing to win all remaining matches to have a chance at the playoffs.
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Rachin Ravindra, the New Zealand cricketer, has officially left the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to prepare for an important Test series against England, which begins on June 4, 2026, at Lord's in London. Despite being signed for ₹2 crore (approximately $240,000 USD) in the IPL 2026 auction, he did not have the opportunity to play in any matches this season. KKR shared a heartfelt farewell video on their official social media, wishing him well as he returns to New Zealand for national duty. Rachin is a key member of the New Zealand Test squad, which will also feature players like Tom Latham and Kane Williamson. Since making his Test debut in November 2021, Rachin has participated in 20 matches, scoring 1,526 runs and taking 11 wickets. The Test series against England includes matches at The Oval and Trent Bridge, concluding on June 29. Meanwhile, KKR is struggling in the IPL, currently ranked 8th with 9 points from 11 matches, and must secure victories in their remaining games to keep playoff hopes alive.
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Rachin's departure from KKR may affect the team's performance as they strive for playoff qualification.
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