New Delhi, March 3:
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced batsman Ajinkya Rahane as the captain of the team ahead of the IPL 2025 season. While all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer will be the vice-captain. Last season, Shreyas Iyer took charge of the team. Shreyas will captain Punjab Kings this time.
Venkatesh Iyer was bought by KKR for the highest price. He will work together with Rahane in the upcoming season. Venkatesh has been a part of the Kolkata franchise for a long time. Defending champions KKR will start their campaign in IPL 2025 with a match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on March 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
After being appointed captain, Rahane said, it is an honor to captain KKR which is one of the most successful franchises in the IPL. I think our team is balanced and fantastic. I am looking forward to working together with everyone for the challenge of defending the title.
Rahane is returning to KKR after spending two years in Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He has proven himself as a T20 player. Rahane played seven matches for KKR in the 2022 season and scored 133 runs. This experienced Mumbai batsman also has experience of captaining in the IPL. Rahane led Rajasthan Royals in the 2018 and 2019 seasons. Rahane is the captain of the Mumbai Ranji team and was also the regular vice-captain of the Indian team during Virat Kohli’s captaincy. (Agencies)
