The 36-year-old batter, who was bought by KKR at his base price of INR 1.5 crore in the recent auction, is set to take on the leadership role following the departure of Shreyas Iyer.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in a dilemma after failing to secure Shreyas Iyer in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction. Venkatesh Iyer, who was their top buy at INR 23.5 crore, was considered for captaincy.

Ajinkya Rahane is likely set to captain Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025 after being bought for Rs 1.5 crore at the auction. Despite being dropped as Mumbai's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy captain, Rahane's leadership experience is highly regarded,

IPL 2025 auction highlights where Kolkata Knight Riders' out-earned cricket legend MS Dhoni, showcasing a new era of cricketing economics.

Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane is set to be named the next captain of Kolkata Knight Riders for the Indian Premier League 2025 season, according to a report from TOI.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), aiming for a fourth IPL title, retained key players like Rinku Singh and Sunil Narine. They made a record-breaking purcha

Ajinkya Rahane, bought for ₹1.5 crore, set to lead KKR in IPL 2025, sidelining ₹23.75 crore purchase Venkatesh Iyer. Can Rahanes experience guide the champions?

Venkatesh Iyer was tipped to become the Kolkata Knight Riders captain in IPL 2025 after the India all-rounder was bought for a staggering ₹23.75 crore in the mega auction.

KKR made several shocking calls in the lead-up to the mega auction by not retaining the two Iyers, including their captain Shreyas, who will now play for Punjab Kings from IPL 2025 onwards.

IPL defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be led by a new captain next season after they released Shreyas Iyer.