Overview
- Kolkata Knight Riders confirmed the former New Zealand fast bowler as bowling coach in an announcement on November 14.
- Southee replaces Bharat Arun, who has taken up a role with Lucknow Super Giants.
- The appointment follows KKR’s staff reshuffle that installed Abhishek Nayar as head coach and Shane Watson as assistant coach.
- CEO Venky Mysore hailed Southee’s experience and calm leadership, while Southee said returning to KKR "feels like home."
- A KKR player from 2021 to 2023, Southee brings 100+ Tests, 150+ ODIs and 120+ T20Is of international experience as KKR finalizes retentions ahead of the mini-auction.