T20 World Cup Winner Warns KKR Over Rs 25.2 Crore Buy: "Give Him A Rest" Cameron Green, the Australian allrounder acquired for a record Rs 25.2 crore at the IPL 2026 auction, has struggled to make an impact for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) despite high expectations. Former Australia captain Aaron Finch, who played alongside Green during the 2021 T20 World Cup, has raised concerns about the player’s form and approach in the tournament. Finch highlighted visible issues in Green’s batting technique and suggested that KKR may need to adjust their strategy to help him regain his rhythm. Green’s slow start to the IPL 2026 season has drawn attention after three matches for KKR. The 26-year-old opened his campaign with a brisk 18 runs off 10 balls against his former side Mumbai Indians, but has since failed to build on that performance. In a rain-affected encounter against Punjab Kings, Green was dismissed for a mere two runs off the second ball of the innings, caught behind off Xavier Bartlett. Earlier, he had been run out for a duck against Sunrisers Hyderabad after a mix-up with his partner. These dismissals have sparked discussions about his consistency and mental approach. Finch, speaking to ESPNCricinfo, acknowledged that not all of Green’s dismissals were entirely his fault. “One of those dismissals has been a run out, not a part of his fault. Still, he’s missed out twice. There’s a bit of panic, he’s not looking the same as the past. Remember when he was at the top of the order for MI – how he had totally different intent,” Finch said. He emphasized that Green’s current approach lacks the confidence and aggression he displayed for Mumbai Indians. The former captain urged KKR to either elevate Green’s position in the batting order or grant him a break to recalibrate. “Don’t push him down.#ipl_2026 #kolkata_knight_riders #aaron_finch #cameron_green #decision_review_system
