Kolkata : 3 times IPL & defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced Ajinkya Rahane as captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice captain for the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), on March 3, 2025.
Rahane carries experience in captaincy in both IPL (Rajasthan Royals) as well as Indian team, and his leadership heroics need not be explained as he proved himself in Border Gavaskar Trophy 2022, and also guided Rajasthan Royals to IPL 2018 Playoffs.
Making the announcement, Venky Mysore, CEO of KKR said, “We are delighted to have someone like Ajinkya Rahane, who brings his experience and maturity as a leader. Also, Venkatesh Iyer has been a franchise player for KKR and brings a lot of leadership qualities. We are confident that they will combine well as we start the defense of our title.”
Accepting the leadership role, Rahane said, “It’s an honour to be asked to lead KKR, which has been one of the most successful franchises in the IPL. I think we have an excellent and balanced squad. I look forward to working with everyone and taking up the challenge of defending our title.”
On other hand, Venkatesh Iyer, who was vice captain of the side last year too, will continue in that role.
KKR will begin their IPL 2025 campaign with the season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens on Saturday, March 22.
