Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bought back all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer for a staggering Rs 23.75 crore in the IPL mega auction. KKR outbid Royal Challengers Bangalore to secure Iyer, who is speculated to replace Shreyas Iyer as captain.

Venkatesh Iyers IPL 2025 Mega Auction bid of Rs 23.75 crore has made waves. Learn about his success and the quiet support of Shruti Raghunathan, his good luck charm.

After an intense bidding war with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Venkatesh Iyer returned to KKR for Rs 23.75 crore on Sunday.

Venkatesh Iyer returns to Kolkata Knight Riders for a record-breaking Rs 23.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction. A bidding war erupted between KKR, Luckn

All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer was bought for a whopping Rs 23.75 crore on Sunday in Jeddah. The Madhya Pradesh batter said he is ready to captain Kolkata Knight Riders, if given an opportunity.

As the 2025 IPL season approaches, Venkatesh Iyers leadership could mark a new chapter for KKR. His unique combination of playing skills, leadership traits, and alignment with the teams vision makes him a promising candidate to guide the team.

Venkatesh Iyer emerged as the biggest surprise on Day 1 of the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah on Sunday as the Madhya Pradesh all-rounder was bought by KKR for a massive bid of Rs 23.75 crore. He became only the third player to go past the 20 crore mark in the IPL 2025 auction.

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) acquired the services of Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 23.75 crore in the IPL 2025 Auction here at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah on Sunday.

Will there be a 25-crore buy? Following the record bids at the IPL 2024 mini auction by KKR and SRH to buy the Australian pair of Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins respectively, ther