Chetan Sakariya Joins Kolkata Knight Riders as Replacement for Umran Malik

Chetan Sakariya joins KKR's squad for IPL 2025 to support their fast bowling force while expanding their team roster.

Before IPL 2025 starts Kolkata Knight Riders locked in Chetan Sakariya to replace Umran Malik in their roster. The defending champions acquired Malik by paying INR 75 lakh however his unspecified injury resulted in his dismissal from their lineup.

Last season KKR selected Sakariya as part of their playing squad yet he remained on the bench without any match appearance. The team handled the Unsold status during the auction by acquiring Sakariya as a replacement at his original cost of INR 75 lakh.

In the three seasons (2021-23) the 27-year-old fast bowler participated in 19 matches to take 20 wickets from his deliveries which he distributed at an economy rate of 8.43. Before joining Delhi Capitals he earned his reputation with Rajasthan Royals. Sakariya has accumulated 65 wickets from 46 matches in all T20 Cricket competitions while earning a 7.69 economy rate.

With Sakariya back at KKR their pace-attack gains greater strength for their upcoming title defense in the upcoming season. The team will rely on his bowling ability to generate swing and handle pressure situations in order to succeed in the tournament. Cricket enthusiasts currently expect to observe his playing ability during this upcoming entertaining season.