KKR made Ajinkya Rahane, and not Venkatesh Iyer, the captain

IPL 2025: Venky Mysore Reveals Why KKR Appointed Ajinkya Rahane As Their Captain, Not Venkatesh Iyer
After getting picked by KKR in the mega auction for Rs 23.75 crore, India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer was the front-runner for the captaincy of three-time IPL winners. However, KKR appointed Rahane as their skipper,
KKR CEO reveals reason behind naming Ajinkya Rahane as captain over Venkatesh Iyer: 'It takes a lot of maturity...'
Ajinkya Rahane was named the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the IPL 2025 season, with the franchise choosing experience over youth in their leadership decision. KKR CEO Venky Mysore revealed that while Venkatesh Iyer was considered for the role,
Shreyas Iyer OUT, De Kock IN; Ajinkya Rahane Captain! KKR's Likely Playing XI vs RCB
Kolkata Knight Riders will play their first match of the Indian Premier League 2025 on March 22 against Royal Challengers Bangalore. With a few big names switching teams, let's see how KKR's playing XI could look like against the RCB.
Why KKR made Ajinkya Rahane, and not Venkatesh Iyer, the captain
Shreyas Iyer had captained KKR to the IPL title in 2024, but they could not retain him as he opted to head back into the auction, where he was bought by Punjab Kings. Incidentally
IPL 2025: Why Ajinkya Rahane was chosen over Venkatesh Iyer for KKR captaincy role? Venky Mysore reveals
Kolkata Knight Riders CEO Venky Mysore revealed the reason behind choosing Ajinkya Rahane as the skipper of the defending champions instead of going with their record-signing Venkatesh Iyer. Before the captaincy announcement,
WATCH - KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane offers worship ahead of title-defending IPL 2025 season
A religious practice of breaking a coconut on the ground and offering a garland at the wickets, in a bid to mark the best of the beginnings, was performed by KKR. Check the video of the same, only on CricTracker.
'The challenge for any team after...': Ex-KKR star on franchise's move to appoint Ajinkya Rahane captain for IPL 2025
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) appointed Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, which is scheduled to start from March 22.
Why KKR picked Ajinkya Rahane as skipper over Venkatesh Iyer for IPL 2025? Venky Mysore REVEALS the main reason
CEO Venky Mysore stated that Ajinkya Rahane's experience and maturity made him a stronger candidate for the captaincy compared to Venkatesh Iyer. He also highlighted the challenges that a captain encounters throughout an IPL season.
IPL 2025: For Ajinkya Rahane, an unfinished business awaits at KKR
He proved himself as India skipper in Australia; IPL will provide a different opportunity as leader this season
‘He Has the Experience’: Veteran Piyush Chawla Backs KKR’s Decision to Elect Ajinkya Rahane as Skipper Over Venkatesh Iyer
Former India cricketer Piyush Chawla has declared his support for Ajinkya Rahane in the upcoming IPL 2025 season by backing up KKR's decision to elect the veteran cricketer as their new skipper. Chawl
‘Ajinkya had led India…’: KKR CEO reveals why Venkatesh Iyer was overlooked for captaincy despite ₹23.75 crore bid
KKR CEO Venky Mysore explained choosing Ajinkya Rahane as captain over Venkatesh Iyer, citing Rahane's experience and maturity. Rahane's successful leadership in IPL and international cricket, along with his long history in the league.
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IPL 2025 KKR Preview: Ajinkya Rahane in for big challenge in title defence campaign
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will look to defend their crown under their new skipper Ajinkya Rahane with Venkatesh Ier as his ...
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Why KKR made Ajinkya Rahane, and not Venkatesh Iyer, their captain
Shreyas Iyer had captained KKR to the title in IPl 2024, but KKR could not retain him after he opted to head back into the ...
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Rahane glad to end century drought
It was in October 2016 that Ajinkya Rahane last scored a Test ton. It was against New Zealand in Indore where he scored a 188 ...
'Nothing can beat experience' - Rahane keen to learn from T20 heavyweight Bravo at KKR
KKR's new captain also says his deputy Venkatesh Iyer "deserves" his hefty auction price tag, as the franchise gears up to ...
'Shubho Aarombo': KKR Captain Ajinkya Rahane Breaks Coconut, Performs Special Pooja At Eden Gardens; Video
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) started their IPL 2025 journey with a unique prayer ceremony at Eden Gardens on March 12. Head ...
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First Test will set momentum for series: Rahane
These are exciting times since we are going to be playing a lot of Test matches this season,” grinned Ajinkya Rahane as he ...