Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain and Venkatesh Iyer as the vice-captain for the upcoming TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.
KKR CEO Venky Mysore’s Statement
Announcing the leadership changes, KKR CEO Venky Mysore said,
“We are delighted to have Ajinkya Rahane lead the team, bringing his experience and maturity to the squad. Venkatesh Iyer, a key KKR player, also possesses strong leadership qualities. We are confident that this leadership duo will guide us as we aim to defend our IPL title.”
Ajinkya Rahane’s Reaction
Expressing his excitement, Rahane said,
“It is an honor to captain KKR, one of the most successful franchises in IPL history. We have a well-balanced and competitive squad, and I am eager to take on the challenge of defending our title. I look forward to working closely with the team to achieve success this season.”
When and Where Will KKR Play Their First IPL 2025 Match?
KKR will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
KKR’s Potential Playing XI for IPL 2025
- Ajinkya Rahane (Captain)
- Venkatesh Iyer (Vice-Captain)
- Shreyas Iyer
- Andre Russell
- Sunil Narine
- Nitish Rana
- Rinku Singh
- Tim Southee
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Harshit Rana
- Mitchell Starc
Can KKR Defend Their Title in IPL 2025?
KKR has assembled a strong squad, and with Rahane’s leadership and Iyer’s support, they have a good chance of defending their IPL championship. Will they lift the trophy once again in 2025? Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the season unfolds.
