The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), known for their aggressive approach during the IPL, are actively scouting for emerging talents as they gear up for the IPL 2024 auction. However, in this year’s IPL Auction, their priority focus is on overseas middle-order batsman, and if he be a wicketkeeper-batsmen that’s even better for the City of Joy team.
After the IPL Retention deadline day, KKR have only 1 wicketkeeper batter left in their team, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who despite being a hard-hitting batter, is very inconsistent but is a good wicketkeeper. But still KKR need not just Indian wicketkeepers in the Auction, but buying an additional overseas wicketkeeper will be effective for the team. Today in this article, we take a look at 3 overseas wicketkeeper batters KKR can target in IPL 2024 Auction.
Philip Salt
Phil Salt, the 27-years-old English batter with a flair for aggressive play and quick scoring, stands out for his explosive performances in the powerplay. His recent T20 Blast exploits and global league experience make him an enticing prospect. KKR could envision Salt opening alongside players like Venkatesh Iyer or providing stability in the middle-order. Ahead of the Auction, Delhi Capitals made a surprising decision to release the wicketkeeper batter.
Jordan Cox
Jordan Cox, an exciting prospect from the English domestic circuit, is gaining attention for his elegant strokeplay and ability to find gaps effortlessly. While his wicketkeeping skills are a work in progress, his batting prowess justifies a considerable bid. KKR could see strategic value in Cox, considering his potential for future growth and a relatively affordable price tag as there is probably no team in the IPL Auction who would be looking to target the English batter. Cox has played 73 T20 matches as of writing this and has scored over 1400 runs with a strike rate close to 140.
Josh Inglis
Inglis, the 28-years-old England born Australian wicketkeeper making waves with audacious strokeplay, brings a fearless mindset to the game. He is slow and steadily becoming Australia’s number 1 wicketkeeper batter. Inglis can be a very versatile player who can play at the top of the batting order, which KKR doesn’t need at the moment, but can also bat in the middle-order and can play spin really well.
