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RCB secure playoffs berth as PBKS slump to sixth straight defeat

Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first team to reach the IPL playoffs. They defeated Punjab Kings by 23 runs in Dharamsala. Venkatesh Iyer scored 73 not out and Virat Kohli made 58. Punjab Kings fell short in their chase despite Shashank Singh's 56. This marks Punjab's sixth consecutive loss.

The Economic Times

Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11: Check probable playing 11 and head-to-head record for today's match

PBKS vs RCB Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to secure a playoff spot as they face Punjab Kings in Dharamshala. For Punjab Kings, this is a crucial must-win match, as another loss would significantly jeopardize their playoff aspirations. The head-to-head record shows a close contest between the two sides.

The Economic Times

'Whether I'm paid Rs 23 crore or Rs 20 lakh ...': Venkatesh Iyer on handling pressure of hefty IPL price tag

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer has addressed the spotlight surrounding his hefty IPL 2025 price tag, saying that while the pressure is real, his focus remains on effort and performance, not the numbers.

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KKR's Venkatesh Iyer deflects question on price-tag pressure with a smile

Venkatesh Iyer denies feeling any pressure from being the costliest-ever Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player and focuses solely on how he can contribute to benefit the team's performance. The vice-captain of the defending champions was bought for a massive Rs 23.75 crore at the mega auction last November.

The Times of India

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders hit their stride in win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

KOLKATA: Everything went right for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday night as they returned to their winning ways. To top it all, skipper Ajinkya Rahane even came away happy with the Eden Gardens pitch for the first time this season!

The Times of India

Who won yesterday's IPL match, KKR vs SRH: Yesterday IPL match result

NEW DELHI: Venkatesh Iyer smashed a blistering 60 off 29 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a dominant 80-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Eden Gardens on Thursday. The win lifted KKR from the bottom of the IPL 2025 table to fifth place, while SRH slumped to…

The Times of India

Cummins' gung-ho Sunrisers begin to suffer IPL slump

Australia captain Pat Cummins has overseen a third-straight defeat for his previously rampant Sunrisers Hyderabad team but insists he isn't worried yet.

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IPL 2025 Points Table: Who stands where after KKR vs SRH match | Updated points and net run rate

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a significant leap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 standings, rising from the bottom to fifth place after a resounding 80-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Eden Gardens on Thursday.

The Times of India

KKR vs SRH, IPL 2025: Venkatesh Iyer’s love affair with Sunrisers Hyderabad continues, joins an elite list with third consecutive fifty

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) batting all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer once again proved to be Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) nemesis, smashing his third consecutive half-century against them in the IPL. The left-hander’s 60 off just 29 balls at Eden Gardens on Thursday helped KKR post a competitive 200/6 in their IPL…

The Times of India

IPL 2025 crorepatis who have been a royal disappointment

NEW DELHI: Every year, franchises spend massive amounts on players to secure their services. While some players shine, others fail to live up to expectations. Even renowned names sometimes find themselves on the list of underperformers.

The Times of India

Krunal Pandya's triple strike turns the tide as RCB crush KKR by 7 wickets in IPL opener

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) started their IPL 2025 campaign with a bang, securing a convincing seven-wicket win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Saturday. Led by new skipper Rajat Patidar, RCB showcased their dominance with both bat and ball to kick…

The Times of India

How KKR and RCB stack up for IPL 2025 opener

The defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the 2025 Indian Premier League season on Saturday at the Eden Gardens.

The Times of India

IPL 2025: The second coming of captain Ajinkya Rahane

KOLKATA: From being almost unsold to assuming the defending champions’ captaincy, Ajinkya Rahane’s leap has been of more than just faith. Even though Kolkata Knight Riders would have felt they hit a jackpot when Rahane ended up as the best player in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 (SMAT) tournament, the…

The Times of India

'I have always carried myself as a leader': Venkatesh Iyer

As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer is eager to play under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane. With Shreyas Iyer moving to Punjab Kings (PBKS), Rahane takes charge of the squad, and according to Venkatesh, his impact is already evident.

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IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders Team Preview – SWOT Analysis and Best XI

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up to continue their dominance in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. With an eye on securing their fourth IPL title, KKR have made significant changes to their leadership while retaining the core of their championship-winning squad.

The Times of India

Venkatesh Iyer shrugs off auction pressure, eyes big season with Kolkata Knight Riders

NEW DELHI: Newly appointed vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer remains unfazed by the pressure of his auction price, focusing solely on delivering for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the upcoming IPL season.

The Times of India

Shah Rukh Khan on Gautam Gambhir's KKR return: 'Never thought he left us'

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team owner and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan shared that he never truly felt Gautam Gambhir had left the franchise, even before his official return as mentor ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

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Indian Premier League 2025: Rahane to lead Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane to replace Shreyas Iyer as captain of Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025.

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Dynamite News

Ajinkya Rahane appointed as KKR skipper for IPL 2025

Breaking news coming in from Kolkata where senior India batter Ajinkya Rahane has been appointed as KKR skipper for IPL 2025. Read further on Dynamite News :

The Times of India

Ranji Trophy: How Rohit, Jadeja, Pant and others performed on Day 1

Ranji Trophy's 2024-25 season resumed in the new year on Thursday and marked the return of some of Indian cricket's iconic names to the country's elite first-class competition.

The Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar sees Venkatesh Iyer as all-round option for India's tour of England

India's first big red-ball assignment in 2025 will be the five-Test tour of England, which will be no less challenging than the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.

The Times of India

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Mumbai ride on Ajinkya Rahane's knock to enter final

BENGALURU: Mumbai have been at their dominant best with their batters calling the shots in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The lone blemish in their campaign has been the loss to Kerala in the league phase. On Friday, Ajinkya Rahane (98, 56b, 11x4, 5x6) continued his imperious form to help…

The Times of India

Shami fails to impress as Baroda beat Bengal in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarters; MP in semis

NEW DELHI: Mohammed Shami's below-par performance significantly impacted Bengal as they suffered a 41-run defeat against Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarterfinals in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Is Ajinkya Rahane in line to captain KKR next?

MUMBAI: In a remarkable turn in his T20 cricket career, Mumbai's Ranji Trophy captain Ajinkya Rahane has emerged as a leading contender to captain the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025, TOI has learnt.

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Full squads analysed - how each team strategised to build the perfect combination

All Indian Premier League (IPL) teams have finalised their squads for the 2025 season after going through the retentions and the auction. Each team has signed their minimum 18 players and maximum of 25 from the Rs 120 crore that was available to them.

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