Kolkata Knight Riders | KKR IPL 2026 Squad & Overview

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are one of the most-viewed and emotionally tracked teams of IPL, irrespective of performance on-field. As the IPL 2026 closer, much is expected of them to put out a far better consistent and rewarding season than, say the last campaign. Supported by a big-bang ownership group – Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla (with Jay Mehta’s help), KKR command one of the largest and most passionate fan bases around the cricket world. Eden Gardens in Kolkata remains their fortress, the brand of cricket they play there is nothing but aggressive and fearless and it gives them an electrifying match-day feel. Following an arduous rebuild during the past season, it’s now time for KKR to go into IPL 2026 with fresh resolve, certainty of leadership and a clear target: recover their winning mojo and burst out towards successful title defence.

Kolkata Knight Riders Team Overview IPL 2026

Franchise Name	Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Year Established	2008
Ownership	Knight Riders Group (Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Jay Mehta)
Home Stadium	Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Official Team Colors	Purple and Gold
Team Motto	Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo (Perform, Fight, Win)
Current Captain	Ajinkya Rahane
Head Coach	Abhishek Nayar
IPL Championships	3 titles (2012, 2014, 2024)
Highest Achievement	IPL Champions
Lowest Finish	8th Position
Core Playing Identity	Spin-dominant bowling paired with a power-packed middle order
Fan Following	One of the most passionate and widespread fan bases in the IPL
Brand Valuation	Consistently ranked among the top three IPL franchises

KKR Squad IPL 2026

Batsman

All Rounders

Bowlers

Kolkata Knight Riders Support Staff for IPL 2026

Role	Name
Head Coach	Abhishek Nayar
Assistant Coach	Shane Watson
Bowling Coach	Tim Southee
Mentor	Dwayne Bravo
Fielding Coach	James Foster
Performance Analyst	Gnaneshwar Rao
Physiotherapist	Kamlesh Jain
Team Manager	Wayne Bentley