Overview
- KKR confirmed Tim Southee as bowling coach for IPL 2026, bringing back the former New Zealand pacer who played for the franchise from 2021 to 2023.
- Southee replaces Bharat Arun, who has moved to Lucknow Super Giants, with KKR CEO Venky Mysore citing his experience and leadership for mentoring a young bowling group.
- The announcement follows Thursday’s hiring of Shane Watson as assistant coach to work under newly promoted head coach Abhishek Nayar.
- Dwayne Bravo continues as team mentor as the three-time champions restructure their backroom following an underwhelming 2025 campaign.
- The overhauled staff will provide input on player retentions due November 15 and support strategy for the mid-December mini-auction in Abu Dhabi.