The renowned all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer says he is thrilled to play under his new captain, Ajinkya Rahane, as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) prepare for the IPL 2025 opening.
After being named captain of the reigning champions, Ajinkya Rahane became the only player to captain three IPL teams. He will be looking for KKR to win the championship again this year. Iyer has already discussed how Rahane, as the team’s leader, is attempting to fit in with the group before the lucrative league begins, even if the season hasn’t begun yet. Additionally, Venkatesh Iyer publicly commended his gaming experience and his ability to remain composed under duress.
“So far, he has been an amazing leader of the group. He has taken the initiative to make conversations with all of us and try to gel with the team. We are talking about someone who has led India across formats and captained IPL teams before. He has a great head on his shoulders, remains composed under pressure, and has been a stalwart of the game. He has scored runs everywhere. For me, it’s going to be a great learning experience, and I am quite excited to play under him.”
Venkatesh Iyer
I’ve Always Carried Myself as a Leader – Venkatesh Iyer
When asked about his responsibilities as the newly named vice-captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders, Venkatesh Iyer responded that he has always conducted himself as a leader and put in the hard work. He also spoke about how well the team is preparing for the competition.
“There is no specific preparation for it. I have always carried myself as a leader, so it’s not entirely new to me. I have put in the hard yards in both batting and bowling. More than anything, it’s about mindset–if you have accepted the role and are willing to take on the responsibility, half the job is already done. Our preparation has been good, and we have a strong group of players. I’m really excited and looking forward to the season.”
Venkatesh Iyer
