The need to find the new skipper for Kolkata Knight Riders came after the franchise parted ways with Shreyas Iyer after the 2024 edition. The two parties couldn't reach a conclusion based on the salary, and it led to the franchise releasing the batter.
But after Shreyas Iyer was released, the defending champions didn't go for any captaincy option in the auction. However, they have few decent options in the squad. Ajinkya Rahane emerges as a top candidate because of his experience as a captain on the international stage as well as at the domestic level.
KKR is considering either Ajinky Rahane or Venkatesh Iyer for the captaincy position in IPL 2025
But, as per the reports in ESPNCricinfo, it is learned that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are considering either Ajinky Rahane or Venkatesh Iyer for the captaincy position in IPL 2025. The official confirmation is yet to be made, but the franchise is expected to make the decision soon.
— KKR Vibe (@KnightsVibe) February 16, 2025
I hope Ajinkya Rahane is not the captain, I don't think he should be - Sanjay Manjrekar on captaincy option
"I hope Ajinkya Rahane is not the captain. I don't think he should be."
?️ Sanjay Manjrekar: I hope Ajinkya Rahane is not the captain. I don't think he should be.- via Star Sports pic.twitter.com/6D4lOd02Uf
— Vibe (@KnightsVibe) February 16, 2025
?️ Sanjay Manjrekar: KKR is the only team not dependent on conditions. They have all bases covered with batting firepower, pace, and spin! pic.twitter.com/Omr6tm8ec5
— KKR Vibe (@KnightsVibe) February 16, 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced the schedule of the IPL 2025. Kolkata Knight Riders will be playing the tournament opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The match will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 23rd.
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