IPL 2025: From Sunil Narine to Venkatesh Iyer, Top Five Players From Kolkata Knight Riders To Watch Out for; Check Full List
Rinku Singh has been one of KKR's most impressive finds in the past few years. With a brilliant strike rate, Rinku has been giving vital knocks in the end. Rinku was acquired by KKR in 2018. In 40 innings, Rinku has scored 893 runs so far in his IPL career.
Mumbai, March 18: IPL will kick off on March 22, Before the season starts here we will look at players to watch out this season for KKR.
1. Ajinkya Rahane
Rahane is named the new captain for the defending champions this season, as KKR did not retain Shreyas Iyer, their 2024 captain. Rahane had a brilliant Syed Mustaq Ali Trophy season. He was the highest run-getter of the season, He was previously with CSK until last year. IPL 2025: From Robin Minz to Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Top Five Uncapped Buys to Look Out for; Check Full List.
2. Sunil Narine
Narine has been the backbone of KKR's bowling since the beginning of the IPL. But he has also become a vital hitter for KKR in the powerplay. In the 2024 IPL season, he scored 488 runs and took 17 wickets with an economy of just 6.73. He was the key factor that led KKR to the IPL title in 2024.
3. Rinku Singh
Rinku Singh has been one of KKR's most impressive finds in the past few years. With a brilliant strike rate, Rinku has been giving vital knocks in the end. Rinku was acquired by KKR in 2018. In 40 innings, Rinku has scored 893 runs so far in his IPL career.
4. Varun Chakaravarthy
Varun was the backbone of KKR's bowling in 2024. He took 21 wickets in 15 matches, with a best of 3/16. He is KKR’s mystery spinner and an instrumental factor in KKR's team's fortunes. Chetan Sakariya Shares His Excitement on Return to Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2025, Says ‘It Feels Like I Never Left’.
5. Venkatesh Iyer
He is one of KKR’s trump cards and retained players, and the franchise will be expecting some match-winning performances from the youngster. He scored 370 last season with an average of 46.25.