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

'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 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.
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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 cricket. He emphasizes staying calm, improving, and enjoying the game ...
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Ajinkya Rahane to lead Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders appointed veteran top order batter Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for this year's Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday. The 36-year-old fills the void ...
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"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. He pointed out that the ...
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Why Rahane, Not Iyer, Will Lead KKR in IPL 2025...
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially named Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for the upcoming IPL 2025 season, with all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer appointed as vice-captain. IMAGE ...
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Ajinkya Rahane named KKR captain ahead of IPL 2025
Former India skipper Ajinkya Rahane will captain defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). As per an announcement on Monday (March 3 ...
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What is KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane’s captaincy record in the IPL?
The defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for the 2025 season. The announcement was made ...
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KKR announce Ajinkya Rahane as captain, Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for 2025 IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) announced Ajinkya Rahane as captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday. The Tribune ...
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IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane Appointed Kolkata Knight Riders' Skipper
Kolkata Knight Riders have named Ajinkya Rahane as their captain ahead of IPL 2025, with seam-bowling all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer as his deputy for the season. The announcement came on March 3 ...
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IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane Named KKR Captain, Venkatesh Iyer as Vice-Captain
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Monday announced Ajinkya Rahane as the new captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The defending champions also named Venkatesh Iyer as ...
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Ajinkya Rahane appointed KKR captain ahead of IPL 2025
Rahane replaces Shreyas Iyer as the skipper with the latter tasked to lead Punjab Kings this season The Tribune, now published from Chandigarh, started publication on February 2, 1881, in Lahore ...