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

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,
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
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 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 deputy. The Knight Riders will begin their title defence against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match of the tournament.
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,
IPL 2025: KKR CEO reveals reason behind Ajinkya Rahane's appointment as captain
Mysore highlighted that captaincy requires compelling experience and maturity, which led KKR to opt for Rahane. was released by
IPL 2025: KKR begin training camp with special puja, Ajinkya Rahane performs rituals
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders began their training camp at Eden Gardens, Kolkata with a special puja. Captain Ajinkya Rahane and Eden Gardens curator Sujan Mukherjee performed the rituals on Wednesday.
IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane to lead KKR for new season; Venkatesh Iyer named as vice-captain
Kolkata Knight Riders has appointed Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain of the team for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). After Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to their third IPL triumph last season,
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.
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
'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.
IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders target back-to-back titles under new leadership
Kolkata Knight Riders prepare for the 2025 IPL season under new captain Ajinkya Rahane, with an experienced leadership team ...
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 ...