KKR’s captain has some exciting news for Kolkata fans ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He anticipates that Cameron Green will soon resume bowling duties for the team. Green, who was acquired by KKR for a hefty sum of Rs. 25.2 crore, was intended to fill the void left by the retired Andre Russell.
Despite the high expectations surrounding Green’s all-around abilities, he did not bowl in the previous match against MI, sparking criticism due to his price tag. However, recent developments indicate that Green has been seen practicing bowling in the nets at the Eden Gardens. Abhishek Nayar, defending the decision to acquire Green, confirmed his return to bowling activities.
Addressing the media, Rahane mentioned that Cricket Australia had temporarily restricted Green from bowling, but now he is progressing well and nearing full fitness to contribute with the ball. Rahane expressed confidence in Green’s preparation and hinted that fans can expect to see him bowl soon.
Green has had limited bowling opportunities in T20 matches this year, mostly being utilized as a top-order batsman by Australia. With KKR facing challenges in the bowling department this season due to injuries and player unavailability, Rahane emphasized the need for the inexperienced bowling lineup to step up in their first home game.
KKR won the toss and chose to field first in the upcoming game, hoping for a solid performance from their bowlers. The team’s bowling unit has been under scrutiny, and Rahane is optimistic about their potential to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming match.