Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani Withdraws from PSL for IPL Contract with Kolkata Knight Riders

Zimbabwean fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani has withdrawn from the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) after securing a deal with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IP

Zimbabwean fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani has withdrawn from the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) after securing a deal with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season Muzarabani was originally slated to play for Islamabad United in the 11th edition of the PSL

According to a report from March 13, 2026, the pacer will instead be joining the KKR franchise No further details regarding the contract or his joining date have been officially released. The move sees a key international player switch between two of the world's major Twenty20 franchise leagues ahead of their respective seasons.

This transfer affects the roster of Islamabad United, who will now need to find a replacement for the Zimbabwean player. For KKR, the signing adds an international fast bowler to their squad for their IPL campaign. Muzarabani's decision to opt for the Muzarabani KKR deal over his PSL commitment is a significant development in the lead-up to both tournaments

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