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IPL 2025: KKR Team Analysis, Possible11, Full Squads
Updated - 20-MAR-2025 10:29 IST
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the Indian Premier League (IPL) champions from the previous season, are preparing for the 2025 season with hopes of winning the league for the fourth time. The goal of KKR's strategic purchases and new leadership under Ajinkya Rahane is to keep on controlling the league.
SWOT Of Kolkata Knight Riders
Strengths
- Strong All-Rounders: Andre Russell and Sunil Narine give depth in the bowling and batting departments, allowing them flexibility in game situations.
- Powerful Leadership: It is believed that Ajinkya Rahane's extensive knowledge and cool manner will encourage a strategic approach to the game.
Weaknesses
- Regularity in Pace Bowling: Although bowlers like Umran Malik have raw pace, they have previously struggled with accuracy, which could be an issue during key match phases.
- Middle-Order Stability: In order to prevent any batting collapses, relying on players like Manish Pandey and Rinku Singh requires regular performances.
Opportunities
- Developing Talents: Young players like Angkrish Raghuvanshi have the opportunity to show off their skills on a large stage, which could help them win a seat on the squad.
- Home Advantage: KKR has the chance to take advantage of well-known surroundings as Eden Gardens will host both the first game and the final match.
Threats
- Injury Issues: Andre Russell and other key players have previously struggled with injuries; their health will be vital for KKR's success.
- Change Issues: Getting used to new leadership and merging new members may cause early issues with teamwork and work.
Kolkata Knight Riders Match Schedule
|
Date |
Opponent |
Venue |
Time (IST) |
|
March 22, 2025 |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
March 26, 2025 |
Rajasthan Royals |
Guwahati |
7:30 PM |
|
March 31, 2025 |
Mumbai Indians |
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
7:30 PM |
|
April 3, 2025 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
April 6, 2025 |
Lucknow Supergiants |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
3:30 PM |
|
April 11, 2025 |
Chennai Super Kings |
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
7:30 PM |
|
April 15, 2025 |
Punjab Kings |
Chandigarh |
7:30 PM |
|
April 21, 2025 |
Gujarat Titans |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
April 26, 2025 |
Punjab Kings |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
April 29, 2025 |
Delhi Capitals |
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
7:30 PM |
|
May 4, 2025 |
Rajasthan Royals |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
3:30 PM |
|
May 7, 2025 |
Chennai Super Kings |
Eden Garden, Kolkata |
7:30 PM |
|
May 10, 2025 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad |
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
7:30 PM |
|
May 17, 2025 |
Kolkata Knight Riders |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
7:30 PM |
Kolkata Knight Riders Full Squads For IPL 2025
Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Rinku Singh, Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Luvnith Sisodia, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer (Vice-Captain), Moeen Ali, Rovman Powell, Anukul Roy, Anrich Nortje, Umran Malik, Varun Chakravarthy, Mayank Markande, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, and Spencer Johnson
Kolkata Knight Riders Possible 11
Quinton de Kock (Wicketkeeper), Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Moeen Ali, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakravarthy, Chetan Sakriya, and Vaibhav Arora