Written By: Mobin
KKR lose Moeen Ali (viral infection) & Rovman Powell (medical procedure) for IPL 2025 remainder. Huge setback for playoff-chasing Knight Riders.
IPL allows temporary replacements for unavailable foreigners. New signings can't be retained next year - must enter 2026 auction.
Available overseas players: De Kock, Gurbaz, Narine, Russell, Nortje, Johnson. KKR must rely on existing stars for RCB clash on May 17.
KKR (6th, 11 pts) must win both remaining games (vs RCB & SRH). Even then, qualification depends on other match results.
Too late to replace Powell/Ali for May 17 match. KKR's spin attack weakened without Moeen against RCB's strong batting lineup.
May 25 match vs SRH could see new signings. Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch might influence replacement choices.
With two key players gone, KKR's playoff hopes hang by a thread. Can Narine & Russell step up to keep their campaign alive?