"Eden Gardens Will Shine in Purple and Gold" – KKR Gears Up for Title Defense
With IPL 2025 just around the corner, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) officially kicked off their title defense campaign with a grand fan event, ‘Knights Unplugged 2.0’, at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan in Kolkata on March 20.
A sea of over 5,000 passionate KKR fans, draped in purple and gold, filled the venue to cheer for their heroes. The franchise proudly showcased its three IPL trophies, setting the tone for a high-energy season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 23 at Eden Gardens.
KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane, along with vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer, head coach Chandrakant Pandit, mentor Dwayne Bravo, and CEO Venky Mysore, shared their thoughts ahead of the much-anticipated IPL season.
🚀 Returning as KKR captain, Ajinkya Rahane expressed his excitement about leading the franchise.
📢 “It feels great to be back with KKR. It’s an honor to lead a team with such a rich history. We have a strong squad this year, and everyone is on the same page. The energy in the camp is fantastic, and we are ready for a great season.”
💪 Rahane previously played for KKR in 2022 and rejoined the franchise after two impactful seasons with Chennai Super Kings (CSK), where he played a crucial role in their 2023 title-winning campaign.
KKR’s vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer credited the franchise for his rise in the cricketing world.
📢 “This franchise has shown tremendous faith in me and gave me the biggest break of my life. I am deeply grateful, and it’s my duty to repay the trust. I hope my journey with KKR continues for a very long time.”
Reflecting on KKR’s 2024 championship victory, head coach Chandrakant Pandit praised the players, owners, and fans for making the dream possible.
📢 “Winning the IPL trophy was special. This title belongs to the entire KKR family—players, management, and especially our incredible fans. Their support drives us to do better every season.”
Former West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo, who joined as KKR’s mentor, shared his enthusiasm for the season ahead.
📢 “Knight Riders is a globally respected franchise. I have captained the team in the Caribbean, and now, being part of the IPL setup is a great honor. We are here to win games and defend our title!”
Adding to the excitement, KKR launched a new merchandise collection, including a special retro black and gold jersey, inspired by their original colors from IPL’s debut season.
As KKR gears up for their title defense, Eden Gardens is set to witness an electrifying atmosphere when they take on RCB in the IPL 2025 opener on March 23.
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