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Cameron Green Joins KKR: Why His Record ₹25.2 Crore Signing Shakes Up IPL

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is thrilled to join the Kolkata Knight Riders. His signing for a massive ₹25.2 crore makes him the most expensive overseas player in IPL history. Green is particularly looking forward to playing at the iconic Eden Gardens stadium. He aims to contribute significantly with both bat and ball for KKR's campaign.

Key Points: Cameron Green Excited for KKR Eden Gardens After Record IPL Signing

  • Green becomes IPL's most expensive overseas player ever at ₹25.2 crore
  • He expressed excitement to experience Eden Gardens atmosphere with KKR
  • The all-rounder brings balance with 707 IPL runs and 16 wickets
  • Green missed last IPL season due to injury after stints with MI and RCB
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So excited to be part of Kolkata...: Cameron Green looks forward to Eden Gardens atmosphere after joining KKR

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green joins KKR for a record ₹25.2 crore, shares his excitement for Eden Gardens atmosphere and sends message to fans.

"I’m so excited to be part of Kolkata for this year’s IPL, to get down to the Eden Gardens, get used to the atmosphere - Cameron Green"

Abu Dhabi, December 16

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green expressed his excitement after being signed by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs 25.2 crore at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Auction, becoming the third-most expensive player in the league's history and the most expensive overseas player in the competition's history at Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Reacting to the development, Green said he is looking forward to experiencing the atmosphere at Eden Gardens and contributing to KKR's campaign.

The Kolkata Knight Riders posted a video on their X handle. "I'm so excited to be part of Kolkata for this year's IPL, to get down to the Eden Gardens, get used to the atmosphere and hope it's a great year for us," he said in the video

The 25-year-old also sent a special message to the franchise's supporters, adding, "So, see you soon. Ami KKR."

Green's signing is expected to significantly bolster KKR's squad, with the Australian bringing balance to the side with his ability to contribute with both bat and ball.

Green has scored 521 runs in 21 T20Is matches at an average of 32.56, SR of 160.30, with six fifties and has 12 wickets averaging 23.35. He has scored 1,334 runs in 63 T20S at an average of 33.35, SR of 151.07, with a century and seven fifties and taken 28 wickets averaging above 34.

The young Aussie all-rounder featured in the 2023 and 2024 IPL seasons with the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), scoring 707 runs in 29 matches at an average of 41.58, with an SR of 153-plus, a century and two fifties and took 16 wickets at an average of above 41.5. But he did not participate in last season's auction due to injury.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Love that he's already trying to connect with the fans by saying "Ami KKR". Shows he's making an effort. The Eden Gardens crowd will be electric for him. Hope he stays fit and delivers.
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Aditya G
Honestly, the price tag puts immense pressure. He's a fantastic player, no doubt, but being the most expensive overseas buy ever means every failure will be magnified. Hope the KKR management and fans support him through ups and downs.
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Priyanka N
As a KKR fan from Kolkata, I'm thrilled! We needed a solid all-rounder after Andre Russell. The Eden atmosphere is unlike anything else in the world. Welcome, Cameron! 🎉
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Michael C
His stats are impressive, but IPL is a different beast. Playing for MI and RCB gave him experience, but KKR's fan expectations are sky-high now. Fingers crossed he justifies the investment.
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Shreya B
Good to see young talent getting rewarded. But sometimes I feel these auctions are becoming more about money than team balance. Hope KKR's think tank has a clear role for him and he isn't just a luxury buy.

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