New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) now possess a well-rounded bowling attack across all phases of a T20 innings following the addition of Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana to their squad.

Sharing his assessment of KKR's bowling line-up, Pathan said on his official X handle that the franchise has strengthened its ability to control games from start to finish.

"Now that Matheesha Pathirana has come into KKR, they have covered all phases of the 20 overs in their bowling," he said.

Pathan broke down how the bowlers fit into different phases of the innings, adding, "Harshit (Rana) - Powerplay, Death; Vaibhav (Arora) - Powerplay; (Cameron) Green - Middle overs, HTD; Pathi...