KKR Gears Up for IPL 2025 Opener Against RCB

Kolkata, India – The excitement is building for IPL 2025 as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) get ready to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the season opener on Saturday, March 22, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Fans are eager to see if KKR can defend their IPL 2024 title in this action-packed tournament.

KKR’s New Captain & Team Changes

After winning their third IPL title in 2024 under Shreyas Iyer, KKR has made some major changes. Ajinkya Rahane is the new captain, with Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain. Interestingly, KKR re-signed Venkatesh for ₹23.75 crore after releasing him before the auction.

KKR has also strengthened their bowling attack by adding fast bowler Umran Malik. However, they lost Phil Salt to RCB. Despite this, KKR has a strong wicketkeeping duo in Quinton de Kock and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, giving them solid options behind the stumps.

KKR’s IPL 2025 Schedule

📅 MAR 22, SAT – 7:30 PM | KKR vs RCB | Eden Gardens, Kolkata
📅 MAR 26, WED – 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals vs KKR | Guwahati
📅 MAR 31, MON – 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians vs KKR | Mumbai
📅 APR 3, THU – 7:30 PM | KKR vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata
📅 APR 6, SUN – 3:30 PM | KKR vs Lucknow Super Giants | Kolkata
📅 APR 11, FRI – 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings vs KKR | Chennai
📅 APR 15, TUE – 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings vs KKR | Chandigarh
📅 APR 21, MON – 7:30 PM | KKR vs Gujarat Titans | Kolkata
📅 APR 26, SAT – 7:30 PM | KKR vs Punjab Kings | Kolkata
📅 APR 29, TUE – 7:30 PM | Delhi Capitals vs KKR | Delhi
📅 MAY 4, SUN – 3:30 PM | KKR vs Rajasthan Royals | Kolkata
📅 MAY 7, WED – 7:30 PM | KKR vs Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata
📅 MAY 10, SAT – 7:30 PM | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs KKR | Hyderabad
📅 MAY 17, SAT – 7:30 PM | RCB vs KKR | Bengaluru

Can KKR Win Again?

With a new captain and fresh squad, KKR is ready for a tough season. Their first match against RCB will be a crucial test as they aim to win back-to-back IPL titles. Fans can expect exciting cricket as IPL 2025 kicks off!