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IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan questions Rahanes call to use Varun Chakravarthy early against SRH

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has criticized Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane. Pathan believes Rahane made a mistake by bowling Varun Chakravarthy during the powerplay against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Chakravarthy conceded heavily in that over. Pathan highlighted the captain's role in supporting bowlers. KKR has faced two defeats in their initial matches.