Kolkata Knight Riders | KKR IPL 2026 Squad & Overview

Regardless of how they perform or what the results are, Kolkata Knight Riders continue to be one of the most followed and passionately supported franchises in IPL. With IPL 2026 looming, there is fresh hope that the team can put together a better season and challenge for honours. Owned by a star-studded consortium, namely Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta KKR commands support from cricket fans all over the world. Eden Gardens, Kolkata is still the warehouse of their nostalgic memories as it is there that Dev’s aggressive and high-voltage methods are followed even today. After a tough build phase last season, the Knight Riders come back into IPL 2026 with renewed hunger and clearer leadership and will be looking to find their winning mojo again while eyeing another title.

Kolkata Knight Riders Team Overview IPL 2026

Category	Details
Franchise Name	Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Year Established	2008
Ownership Group	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)
Team Captain	Ajinkya Rahane
Head Coach	Abhishek Nayar
IPL Championships	3 Titles (2012, 2014, 2024)
Best IPL Achievement	Champions
Lowest IPL Finish	8th Place
Playing Philosophy	Spin-dominant bowling attack combined with an explosive middle order
Fan Following	One of the largest and most passionate in the IPL
Brand Valuation	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