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

KKR's Venkatesh Iyer Admits 'Price Tag Pressure' On Him Ahead Of IPL 2025
KKR all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer admits that he feels the 'price tag pressure' on him ahead of IPL 2025. Read below.
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
‘Ajinkya had led India…’: KKR CEO reveals why Venkatesh Iyer was overlooked for captaincy despite ₹23.75 crore bid
KKR CEO Venky Mysore explained choosing Ajinkya Rahane as captain over Venkatesh Iyer, citing Rahane's experience and maturity. Rahane's successful leadership in IPL and international cricket, along with his long history in the league.
'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: 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,
KKR appoint Ajinkya Rahane as captain for IPL 2025, Venkatesh Iyer named his deputy
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) named Ajinkya Rahane as captain ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 edition.
IPL 2025: Venky Mysore Reveals Why KKR Appointed Ajinkya Rahane As Their Captain, Not Venkatesh Iyer
After getting picked by KKR in the mega auction for Rs 23.75 crore, India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer was the front-runner for the captaincy of three-time IPL winners. However, KKR appointed Rahane as their skipper,
IPL 2025: KKR CEO reveals reason behind Ajinkya Rahane's appointment as captain
The defending Champions are set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game of IPL 2025 on March 22.
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,
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KKR’s Venkatesh Iyer on Rs 23.75cr price tag pressure: 'It exists, you can’t ignore'
Iyer, who became the third-most expensive player in IPL history, was named the vice-caption while veteran batter Ajinkya ...
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Venkatesh Iyer unfazed by price tag pressure, focused on delivering for KKR
Kolkata Knight Riders star all-rounder and newly appointed vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer on Thursday said he cannot ignore the ...
'It exists. You can't ignore it': KKR's Venkatesh Iyer admits pressure of Rs 23.75 cr price tag
KKR's Venkatesh Iyer acknowledges pressure from his high transfer fee. He looks forward to collaborating with vice-captain ...
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Why KKR made Ajinkya Rahane, and not Venkatesh Iyer, their captain
Shreyas Iyer had captained KKR to the title in IPl 2024, but KKR could not retain him after he opted to head back into the ...
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IPL 2025: KKR aim for back-to-back titles under new leadership
Vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer, who commanded a significant price at the auction ... is the confidence level that they're ...
Holi Hai! Rinku Singh Performs Bhangra, Venkatesh Iyer & Other KKR Players Celebrate Holi Amid IPL 2025 Preparation; Video
Rinku Singh is known for his fun and jovial nature, which was in full flow during Kolkata Knight Riders' Holi 2025 ...
'Post game I asked Dhoni...': Venkatesh Iyer reveals CSK captain's response to being quizzed on tactical masterstroke
Venkatesh Iyer is seen as KKR's future captain and he has a lot of great names to learn the art from, most prominently CSK ...
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Venkatesh Iyer: 'Fear of failure is always there, but the hope for success is higher, so why not try?'
The KKR vice-captain talks about why he focuses on impact rather than just run-scoring, his Rs 20-crore price tag, and why he ...