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

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.
Why KKR chose Ajinkya Rahane over Venkatesh Iyer as captain
Ajinkya Rahane was named the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the upcoming 2025 Indian Premier League season. The decision was announced by KKR CEO Venky Mysore, who mentioned Rahane's vast experience and maturity in dealing with high-pressure tournaments like the IPL.
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: Ajinkya Rahane Picked Over Venkatesh Iyer To Be The Captain Of KKR – Here’s The REAL REASON Behind This Decision!
Ajinkya Rahane has led India in 11 games across formats, winning eight of them, and has led IPL franchises previously as well.
IPL 2025: For Ajinkya Rahane, an unfinished business awaits at KKR
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KKR CEO Venky Mysore reveals why Rahane was chosen over Venkatesh Iyer for captaincy role
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,
'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.
IPL 2025: KKR appoint Ajinkya Rahane as captain, Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain
Kolkata Knight Riders have named Ajinkya Rahane as captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for the upcoming IPL season. KKR CEO Venky Mysore expressed confidence in their leadership abilities. Rahane stated it is an honour to lead KKR and looks forward to defending their title,
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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 ...
Ajinkya Rahane to lead Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for IPL 2025. Venkatesh Iyer ...
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KKR team do special pooja on Eden Gardens before starting IPL 2025 training camp, new captain Ajinkya Rahane leads the rituals
Before beginning the new journey, Rahane was observed breaking a coconut, a customary rite that represents a gift to the gods ...
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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 ...
Explosive batting lineup, world-class spinners but inexperienced pacers: What are KKR's chances in IPL 2025
Defending champions KKR have built a squad that, at least on paper, are capable of going for a second consecutive IPL title.
'Ki Khobor?': KKR Skipper Ajinkya Rahane Joins Camp Ahead Of IPL 2025, Arrives In Kolkata's Iconic Yellow Taxi; Video
Kolkata Knight Riders' newly-appointed skipper Ajinkya Rahane joined the camp in the 'City of Joy' as the franchise uploaded ...
Cricketer Ajinkya Rahane invested in AI and IoT startups, 'passionate' about agriculture
Cricketer Ajinkya Rahane is exploring bets in agri-tech and AI, and is looking to expand the pool of startups that he is investing in. Rahane told Moneycontrol that one of his latest investments in an ...