The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up to compete for their 4th IPL title, aiming to solidify their status as one of the most successful franchises in the league’s history. Following their impressive third championship win in 2024, where they triumphed over Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, the team has undergone significant changes in anticipation of the 2025 Indian Premier League.

Kolkata Knight Riders made significant investments in the mega auction, ensuring they have a balanced side equipped to compete at the highest level. Here’s a look at their strongest XI for IPL-2025:

Quinton de Kock (Opening Batter, Overseas):

Acquired for ₹3.6 crore, this South African maestro will look to make his mark at the top of the order, providing stability and explosive starts.

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Sunil Narine (All-Rounder; Lead-Spinner):

Retained for ₹12 crore, Narine, the mystery spinner, is invaluable not just with the ball but also as a lower-order hitter who can change the game’s momentum.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Middle-Order Batter):

Bought for ₹3 crore, the young talent is expected to step up in the middle overs and build crucial partnerships, adding depth to Kolkata Knight Riders’ batting lineup.

Venkatesh Iyer (All-Rounder; Potential Captain):

With a massive investment of ₹23.75 crore, Iyer is poised to play a vital role both with the bat and ball, and he is also a strong candidate for leadership.

Rinku Singh (Middle-Order Batter):

A retained player at ₹4 crore, Rinku’s ability to score quickly in the middle overs makes him an essential part of KKR’s batting machinery.

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Andre Russell (All-Rounder, Overseas):

The West Indian powerhouse remains a cornerstone for KKR at ₹12 crore, bringing explosive batting and game-changing bowling.

Ramandeep Singh (All-Rounder):

Retained for ₹4 crore, Ramandeep adds versatility to the lineup with his ability to chip in with both bat and ball.

Vaibhav Arora (Fast Bowler):

Bought for ₹1.8 crore, Arora is expected to form a dynamic pace trio, partnering well with Kolkata Knight Riders’ seasoned bowlers.

Harshit Rana (Fast Bowler):

Another retained player at ₹4 crore, Rana will look to make an impact with his speed and accuracy.

Varun Chakravarthy (Lead Spinner):

A valuable retention at ₹12 crore, Chakravarthy’s mystery spin will be crucial in the middle overs, applying pressure on the opposition.

Anrich Nortje (Lead Pacer, Overseas):

Acquired for ₹6.5 crore, Nortje brings firepower and pace, expected to lead Kolkata Knight Riders’ bowling attack and dominate the powerplay.

Impact Player: Ajinkya Rahane (Opening Batter):

With a price tag of ₹1.5 crore, Rahane serves as a tactical Impact Player, bringing experience and composure to the top order.

KKR’s Strongest XI For IPL 2025:

Quinton de Kock, Sunil Narine, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy, Anrich Nortje.

 

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