New Delhi, May 23 -- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all-rounder Rachin Ravindra is returning home early from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

Ravindra revealed that KKR were supportive and understanding of his decision to head back home early for a short refresh ahead of New Zealand's upcoming Test tours of Ireland and England.

Ravindra felt it was the right time to take a short mental and physical refresh before what is expected to be a long stretch away from home until late August.

"I mean, KKR were very welcoming and understanding of the situation. Obviously, the way it was going, I wasn't playing. The decision was spoken to the CEO and the coach about potentially coming home for a refresh, and obviously, not knowin...