Kolkata Knight Riders are one of the most followed teams in IPL with such an energetic fan base. Kolkata Knight Riders finished 7th in IPL 2023 and were helpless due to injuries to players and captain Shreyas Iyer. But things are looking clear for KKR in IPL 2024, making impactful moves in the IPL auction and return of captain Shreyas Iyer to the team.
Kolkata Knight Riders will be facing off with Sunrisers Hyderabad in their first match on March 23, 2024. KKR has a balanced squad revolving around a few of their main players. In this article you’ll get to know about the top players from Punjab Kings that you can’t forget to pick in your Dream11 team.
5 Must Have KKR Players in Your Dream11 Team during IPL 2024
5. Suyash Sharma

Suyash Sharma was one of the best buys for KKR in the last IPL, picking up 10 wickets in his debut season. His best performance was against RCB in his debut match, picking up 3 wickets by giving away 30 runs. He is a mystery spinner, and it will take time to unlock his mystery, so it is expected that Suyash Sharma will have another great season.
4. Mitchell Starc

The most expensive player in IPL history, Mitchell Starc is for sure the main bowler for KKR and he can use his pace and bounce on Eden Garden. He has been in and out of the IPL due to injuries but is expected to play this whole season. Mitchell Starc is a must have pick in your dream11 team during each KKR match in IPL 2024.
3. Nitish Rana

Nitish Rana was the second most run-getter for KKR in IPL 2024, scoring 413 runs with an average of 31.77 in 14 matches. He was also the captain in last year’s IPL and was in sublime form. This year, Nitish will be playing more freely as he will not have the captaincy pressure on his shoulders, and he can follow his neutral style of play in this season. Nitish Rana is a must-pick in your dream11 team for all KKR matches in IPL 2024.
2. Andre Russell

Andre Russell is the main asset for KKR, Russell can play a vital role in each match with his bowling and batting. Russell had an average season last year due to his injuries; he wasn’t fit enough to bowl more overs. However, Russell played all fourteen matches for KKR. His impact was not eye-catching, but the new season brings new opportunities. Andre Russell is a must have player in your Dream11 team.
1. Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer is making a comeback this year after missing the last season due to injury. Iyer showed great resilience in the ICC World Cup, scoring 2 centuries. He is a consistent performer for the Indian national side. Iyer has brilliant stats in IPL so far, scoring 2776 runs with a commendable average of 31.55 in 101 IPL matches. Shreyas Iyer will be putting all his efforts into IPL 2024 to make a comeback in the Indian Cricket Team for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.