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

IPL 2025: Venkatesh Iyer Unfazed By Price Tag Pressure, Focused On Delivering For KKR
The 36-year-old Ajinkya Rahane, who has played 185 IPL matches and over 200 international games across formats, will be leading the KKR side in IPL 2025
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,
Shreyas Iyer OUT, De Kock IN; Ajinkya Rahane Captain! KKR's Likely Playing XI vs RCB
Kolkata Knight Riders will play their first match of the Indian Premier League 2025 on March 22 against Royal Challengers Bangalore. With a few big names switching teams, let's see how KKR's playing XI could look like against the RCB.
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: Venky Mysore reveals why KKR didn't appoint Venkatesh Iyer as skipper
CEO revealed why they didn't appoint Venkatesh Iyer as skipper for the upcoming IPL 2025. Ajinkya Rahane has been entrusted with leadership duties for KKR in the upcoming season.
'We think very well of Venkatesh Iyer, but...': KKR CEO Venky Mysore's big revelation on appointing Ajinkya Rahane as captain ahead of IPL 2025
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
‘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.
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
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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Venkatesh Iyer not bogged down by huge price tag in IPL 2025: Really doesn't matter
Venkatesh Iyer said that he won't be overawed by the massive price tag of Rs 23.75 crore when he steps out to play for the ...
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Venkatesh Iyer unfazed by price tag pressure
Kolkata Knight Riders star all-rounder and newly appointed vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer on Thursday said he cannot ignore the ...
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Venkatesh Iyer: 'Fear of failure is always there, but the hope for success is higher, so why not try?'
The KKR vice-captain talks about why he focuses on impact rather than just run-scoring, his Rs 20-crore price tag, and why he ...
Venkatesh Iyer shrugs off auction pressure, eyes big season with Kolkata Knight Riders
Newly appointed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer remains focused on delivering strong performances ...
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Venkatesh Iyer's 23.75 Crore Price Tag: Determination Over Distraction
Venkatesh Iyer, newly appointed vice-captain of Kolkata Knight Riders, addresses the scrutiny over his Rs 23.75 crore IPL ...
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‘Fulfill the responsibility…’: KKR star Venkatesh Iyer shares Honest views on his Rs. 23.75 crore price for IPL 2025
Venkatesh Iyer got taken in by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs. 23.75 crore in the mega-auction, and has now opened up to share his views about the pressure and responsibility to justify hat prize. The ...