IPL, Ajinkya Rahane and KKR

A candid Ajinkya Rahane puts his best foot forward as KKR skipper ahead of IPL 2025
After KKR roped him in at his base price of Rs 1.5 crore when he went unsold in the first round in Jeddah and then named him captain — is of course quite uncommon
IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane's Captaincy Record
In IPL 2025, Ajinkya Rahane will once again be part of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) setup. He previously played for KKR in the 2022 season before spending two seasons with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). At the IPL 2025 mega auction, KKR picked up Rahane at his base price of INR 1.5 crore.
"He looked exceptional in the last 2 years while playing for CSK" - Piyush Chawla on Ajinkya Rahane captaining KKR in IPL 2025
Former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player Piyush Chawla has opined that Ajinkya Rahane is an excellent captaincy choice for the franchise.
‘Ajinkya brings with him…’: KKR CEO opens up on giving the leadership role to Ajinkya Rahane for IPL 2025
The CEO of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Venky Mysore, revealed the reason for which Ajinkya Rahane was picked over Venkatesh Iyer for the leadership role. When stating that Iyer was initially considered for captaincy,
3 Cricketers who could have been a better choice than Ajinkya Rahane for KKR captaincy
Ajinkya Rahane was appointed as the new captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Monday, March 3, ahead of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Rahane led Mumbai admirably in Ranji Trophy 2024-25,
"This is the biggest conflict we will see unfolding" - Aakash Chopra on Ajinkya Rahane being appointed KKR captain for IPL 2025
Former India player Aakash Chopra has opined that Ajinkya Rahane's appointment as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper for IPL 2025 could cause a massive conflict.
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
‘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.
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: 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
The defending Champions are set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game of IPL 2025 on March 22.
'Nothing can beat experience' - Rahane looks forward to working with Bravo-led KKR think tank
KKR's new captain also says his deputy Venkatesh Iyer "deserves" his hefty auction price tag, as the franchise gears up to ...
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Special to score a hundred: Rahane
One does not associate Ajinkya Rahane with soft dismissals. Raised on the diet of correct technique and ‘khadoos’ attitude in the maidans of Mumbai, it is ingrained in Rahanes ...
Explosive batting lineup, world-class spinners but inexperienced pacers: What are KKR's chances in IPL 2025
Defending champions KKR have built a squad that, at least on paper, are capable of going for a second consecutive IPL title.
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IPL 2025: KKR best playing XI
Sunil Narine should open the batting after being the top run-scorer for KKR last season, Narine will also be needed with the ...