Matheesha Pathirana is likely to reunite with Chennai Super Kings after being released following a tough IPL 2025 season where he managed 13 wickets at an economy rate of 10.14. Despite these numbers, he is seen as an elite death-overs operator. CSK, who struggled in the death overs last season, especially at Chepauk, where precision is key, could benefit from his return. A buyback in the Rs. 6 to 8 crore range would address a tactical gap and save CSK money.
Quinton de Kock is another player who could make a comeback to Kolkata Knight Riders after being released following a poor IPL 2025 season where he scored only 152 runs in eight innings. KKR needs an aggressive left-handed opener who can also keep wickets, a role that De Kock can fulfill. Bringing him back in the Rs. 5 to 7 crore range would be a low-risk move for KKR.
Venkatesh Iyer, despite being released by KKR after a disappointing season, could still make a return. His all-round abilities, especially his bowling, were not fully utilized last season. Recent performances indicate that he can offer more than just batting at the top order. However, KKR’s pursuit of Cameron Green in the Rs. 15 to 20 crore range may impact Iyer’s chances of a comeback. If Green is not secured, a buyback at Rs. 6 to 8 crore could be a valuable move for KKR.
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