After releasing Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026, KKR is now looking for a replacement. KKR acquired Mustafizur for Rs 9.20 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, which took place in Abu Dhabi on December 16, 2025. But the current situation in Bangladesh has changed the scenario between India and Bangladesh.

The BCCI directed KKR to release Mustafizur due to recent events. BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia stated that KKR could consider another player as a replacement if they wished. former Bengal cricketer Shreevats Goswami has suggested the name of a bowler who could make a splash for KKR. This player’s name is Duane Jansen.

Who can be the replacement of Mustafizur Rahman in IPL 2026?

Duane is the twin brother of South African star all-rounder Marco Jansen. Duane can bowl consistently at speeds of 140-145 kmph with accurate line and length. Besides Duane, the names of several other prominent cricketers have been raised, but this uncapped player could prove to be the best for KKR. Goswami tweeted that Marco Jansen’s brother, Duane Jansen, could be a good replacement for KKR, as he is also a fast-bowling all-rounder and can bat better than Mustafizur Rahman.

Duane also played one IPL match for the Mumbai Indians in 2023. 25-year-old Duane is currently playing for Joburg Super Kings in the 2025-26 SA20. In his first match, he took 4 wickets for 23 runs in 4 overs against Pretoria Capitals, earning the Player of the Match award.

Duane has played 48 T20 matches for five teams, taking 46 wickets and scoring 329 runs. Therefore, Duane is a good option for KKR, and they would like to approach this South African player.