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

KKR Captain Ajinkya Rahane Set To Create History On First Day Of IPL 2025, Will Become First Indian To...
Ajinkya Rahane is set to create history on the opening day of IPL 2025. Rahane will be leading Kolkata Knight Riders in the T20 league. He joined the defending champions at his base price of Rs 1.50 crore.
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,
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,
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,
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 auction, where he was bought by Punjab Kings. Incidental
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: Can KKR defend their title under Ajinkya Rahane's captaincy? Detailed SWOT analysis
A detailed SWOT analysis of what lies ahead for Kolkata Knight Riders in their quest of defending the IPL title. The Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their IPL 2025 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the tournament opener on March 22,
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.
'We think very well of Venkatesh Iyer, but...': KKR CEO Venky Mysore's big revelation on appointing Ajinkya Rahane as captain ahead of IPL 2025
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
‘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.
IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane vows to keep things ‘simple’ as Kolkata Knight Riders eye to defend Indian Premier League title
Newly-appointed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane vowed to keep things 'simple' as the three-time champions ...
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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 ...
Kolkata Knight Riders Aim for Back-to-Back IPL Titles Under new skipper Ajinkya Rahane
KKR comes into IPL 2025 with new captain Ajinkya Rahane, looking to retain their title with a solid team and seasoned ...
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IPL 2025: KKR Captain Ajinkya Rahane Seen Performing Rituals As Team Starts Training With SPECIAL Puja – Watch Video
The newly appointed captain Rahane alongside Eden Gardens curator Sujan Mukherjee performed the rituals on the field.
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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 ...
Cricket News Live Today March 12, 2025: IPL 2025: For Ajinkya Rahane, an unfinished business awaits at KKR
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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 ...