Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have made a game-changing decision following their narrow 4-run loss against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. The defending champions have roped in Abhishek Kumar Dalhor, a star from the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), as their new net bowler.
Abhishek, known for his all-rounder brilliance, has been the talk of the town for his standout performances with Majhi Mumbai over the past couple of seasons. As the most expensive player in ISPL history, his reputation precedes him, and he’s quickly become a household name in the league.
What makes Dalhor special? His exceptional skills as a pace bowler, combined with his consistency and ability to shine with both bat and ball, have earned him recognition across the cricketing world. In just 19 matches in the ISPL, Abhishek has accumulated 324 runs and taken an impressive 33 wickets. His performances were so strong that he was awarded the Player of the Tournament in Season 1 and was named the Best Bowler in Season 2.
Dalhor’s rise to fame hasn’t been without struggles. Hailing from a humble background in Ambala, he has played in various cricket tournaments across India before becoming a sensation in the ISPL. Now, with a golden chance to train and learn from cricketing legends like Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Ajinkya Rahane, Dalhor is in the right place to take his game to the next level.
It’s not going to be an easy road, but Dalhor has a real shot at following in the footsteps of Varun Chakravarthy. Chakravarthy too began his IPL journey as a net bowler for both KKR and CSK. His talent shone through, and he was picked up by KKR in 2020, quickly becoming an indispensable part of the squad. Dalhor’s story could very well mirror this inspiring journey if he continues to impress in the KKR camp.
With this fresh addition to their squad, KKR are clearly preparing for greater success, and fans are eagerly awaiting to see how Dalhor’s talent will shape their future.
