IPL auctions 2018 saw the years old romance of some players with their respective teams finally coming to an end. One such story of separation is that of Yusuf Pathan and the Kolkata Knight Riders. This partnership has come to an end after 7 long years.
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Yusuf Pathan’s presence in the Indian Premier League has always been indispensable given his very useful all round capabilities. For 7 long years, he has served the Kolkata Knight Riders and has been a valuable addition to their camp.
He has always been entertaining for all those who like the ball sailing over the ropes and see fireworks from the willow. Yusuf Pathan has every right to be disheartened at being axed by the Kolkata Knight Riders.
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Yusuf Pathan’s romance with the KKR comes to an end after 7 long years and as he shifted base to Hyderabad, his new IPL home, Yusuf Pathan went about sharing a very emotional message for the Kolkata Knight Riders.
Here is the Tweet
It was a lovely journey with @KKRiders for the last 7 years, would like to thank them for everything. Excited to be a part of the #OrangeArmy now @SunRisers #IPL2018Auction https://t.co/Y0APIkh82X
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) January 27, 2018
Yusuf Khan in a short yet sweet Tweet has thanked the Kolkata Knight Riders for the lovely journey. He has also expressed great excitement in playing for the Sunrisers Hyderabad, his new team in the IPL 2018. Yusuf Pathan has been sold to the Sunrisers Hyderabad for 1.9 crores.
RASHID KHAN WELCOMES YUSUF WITH A SPECIAL MESSAGE
Rashid Khan is excited to be playing next to Yusuf Pathan and he has extended a warm welcome to the giant hitter who would now be clearing the ropes by long distances for the men in orange.
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The Sunrisers Hyderabad have been able to pull off a great squad from the auctions and it seems like they are pretty determined to have their title come back to them after Mumbai took it away in 2017.
Thank you @rashidkhan_19 glad to be on the same team. Lets make this season the best #OrangeArmy
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) January 29, 2018
Are you excited to see Yusuf Pathan play for the Sunrisers Hyderabad?
