KKR Make Massive Statement at IPL Auction with Big Buys of Cameron Green and Matheesha Pathirana

Kolkata Knight Riders made a loud and clear statement to the rest of the league at the IPL auction by spending huge money on two top players. KKR got an Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for a staggering ₹25.20 crore and then went on to buy a Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana for ₹18 crore, which were two of the largest deals of the auction.

The signing of Cameron Green assures KKR a powerful match winner who will change the course of the game with his skills in both batting and bowling. The big Australian is renowned for his fierce hitting in the middle order, his power to give quick starts along with his utility being a bowler especially in case the conditions suit seamers. The cost of ₹25.20 crore, Green emerges as one of the costliest players ever in IPL history which KKR believes is because of his all-round impact.

Matheesha Pathirana with his unique slingy action has been nicknamed “Baby Malinga” and he will add great strength to KKR’s bowling department. The Sri Lankan pace bowler who has been bought for ₹18 crore is good at delivering lethal yorkers and being cool under pressure, especially in the last overs. His skill of defending small scores and getting important wickets makes him a T20 cricket asset.

The two signings together did very much to KKR’s squad balance. Green has given versatility and more players in all departments, whereas Pathirana has been a game-winner with his skill to finish off the innings. The huge bidding shows that KKR is determined to create a winning squad around the best international players.

As the season draws near, people will have extremely high expectations. Kolkata Knight Riders, with Cameron Green and Matheesha Pathirana, have been very clear about their strategy - they will not only participate in the upcoming IPL campaign but also be the ones who lead it.