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

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,
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 Venky Mysore reveals why they made Ajinkya Rahane captain instead of Venkatesh Iyer
On March 3, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) announced that Ajinkya Rahane will lead them in the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), starting from March 22. His appointment came after the franchise released their IPL 2024 winning captain, Shreyas Iyer, before the IPL 2025 mega auction.
KKR IPL 2025 Captaincy: CEO Explains Why Ajinkya Rahane Got the Nod, Discusses Venkatesh Iyer as a Future Skipper
The CEO revealed why Rahane was picked as the skipper for the upcoming season and what is in store for Venkatesh Iyer.
‘He Has the Experience’: Veteran Piyush Chawla Backs KKR’s Decision to Elect Ajinkya Rahane as Skipper Over Venkatesh Iyer
Veteran Piyush Chawla supports KKR's decision to elect India star Ajinkya Rahane as the skipper over Venkatesh Iyer for the upcoming IPL 2025 season.
Why KKR picked Ajinkya Rahane as skipper over Venkatesh Iyer for IPL 2025? Venky Mysore REVEALS the main reason
CEO Venky Mysore stated that Ajinkya Rahane's experience and maturity made him a stronger candidate for the captaincy compared to Venkatesh Iyer. He also highlighted the challenges that a captain encounters throughout an IPL season.
IPL 2025 KKR Preview: Ajinkya Rahane in for big challenge in title defence campaign
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will look to defend their crown under their new skipper Ajinkya Rahane with Venkatesh Ier as his deputy. The Knight Riders will begin their title defence against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match of the tournament.
'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.
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IPL 2025: KKR begin training camp with special puja, Ajinkya Rahane performs rituals
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders began their training camp at Eden Gardens, Kolkata with a special puja. Captain ...
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'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) ...
'Shubho Aarombo': KKR Captain Ajinkya Rahane Breaks Coconut, Performs Special Pooja At Eden Gardens; Video
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) started their IPL 2025 journey with a unique prayer ceremony at Eden Gardens on March 12. Head ...
Cricket News Live Today March 12, 2025: IPL 2025: For Ajinkya Rahane, an unfinished business awaits at KKR
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