KKR CEO reveals reason behind naming Ajinkya Rahane

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,
'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.
KKR CEO explains why Rahane, and not Venkatesh, was named captain for IPL 2025: 'It takes a very steady hand...'
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders not only parted ways with Shreyas Iyer right after the middle-order batter led them to their third IPL title last year, they also named Ajinkya Rahane, whom they had picked at his base price in the last round of bidding,
Ajinkya Rahane Appointed KKR Captain, Creates History with 265-Run Knock
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a surprising move ahead of IPL 2025 by appointing Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain. The franchise, which secured its third IPL title under Shreyas Iyer last 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
KKR appoints Ajinkya Rahane as new captain for IPL 2025
India batter Ajinkya Rahane was Monday assigned captaincy of defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League after a remarkable run in the domestic T20 competition. The 36-year-old Rahane,
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
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.
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,
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 ...
How Ajinkya Rahane turned his game around in the shortest format
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane credits his success in IPL and domestic T20s to playing fearless yet composed ...
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IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane became the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders, this all-rounder got the responsibility of vice-captaincy..
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced batsman Ajinkya Rahane as the captain of the team ahead of the IPL 2025 season, ...
Playing fearless cricket while remaining calm has worked for me in shortest format: Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane credits success to fearless cricket, calm approach in IPL, domestic T20s, confident for upcoming IPL season.