KKR CEO reveals reason behind naming Ajinkya Rahane

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,
KKR CEO explains why Rahane, and not Venkatesh, was named captain for IPL 2025: 'It takes a very steady hand...'
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders not only parted ways with Shreyas Iyer right after the middle-order batter led them to their third IPL title last year, they also named Ajinkya Rahane, whom they had picked at his base price in the last round of bidding,
Why KKR made Ajinkya Rahane, and not Venkatesh Iyer, their captain
Ajinkya Rahane 's vast experience and "maturity" in handling an "intense" tournament such as the IPL made him the automatic choice to lead defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), franchise CEO Venky Mysore has said.
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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.
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,
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.
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