KKR surprised many by appointing Ajinkya Rahane as captain for the upcoming IPL season, opting for his experience over Venkatesh Iyer's youthful potential.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions of IPL 2024, have named Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League. The franchise announced the news on March 3. Along with Rahane's appointment, Venkatesh Iyer has also been appointed as the vice-captain.

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have named Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for IPL 2025. Venkatesh Iyer has been named vice-captain. "It's an honour to be asked to lead KKR, which has been one of the most successful franchises in the IPL,

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 of the team. Under the leadership of Rahane,

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) named Ajinkya Rahane as captain ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 edition.

Kolkata Knight Riders have appointed Ajinkya Rahane as captain for IPL 2025, aiming to regain their winning form. KKR's leadership history includes notable captains like Sourav Ganguly and Gautam Gambhir.

Team India veteran Ajinkya Rahane was appointed as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Ajinkya Rahane, whose premium format has been Test cricket, has reinvented himself in the shortest format by performing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy.