IPL 2023: KKR batter-keeper Litton Das returns to Bangladesh due to family emergency

Litton Das made his IPL debut for KKR against DC.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) suffered a blow as their Bangladeshi keeper-batter Litton Das returned home due to a family emergency, the franchise confirmed on April 28, 2023. However, the franchise didn’t confirm whether he will return for the remainder of the IPL.

Litton Das played only game for the franchise after joining the side midway after completing his obligations to the Bangladesh team. He made his debut in the match against Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

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“Litton Das has had to return to Bangladesh earlier today (Friday 28 April) due to an urgent family medical emergency. Our wishes go out to him and his family to make it through this difficult time,” KKR confirmed.

This comes ahead of KKR’s match against Gujarat Titans which will be played at the Eden Gardens on Friday. Das is an aggressive opening option at the top of the order and his absence would hurt the side who are already reeling in the early phase of the cash-rich league.

KKR currently sits seventh in the points table with three wins from eight matches.

(India Today inputs)