Ajinkya Rahane IPL Journey: The Indian Premier League has been a boon to every Indian cricketer to showcase their talent on a big stage. The tournament highlights the dynamics of the T20-game which has revolutionized players to play their natural attacking game. Apart from this there are several players who’ve shown courage to show their classic game and grabbed fan’s attention. One of the players who got fan’s attention is none other than Ajinkya Rahane.
Ajinkya Rahane Named New KKR Skipper
Recently, Kolkata Knight Riders-management named Ajinkya Rahane it’s new skipper of the side for the upcoming season of the IPL. Rahane last time captained Rajasthan Royals and has good reputation as a skipper.
The Knight of Knights 😎
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 18, 2025
Captain Ajinkya Rahane gears up to take command of the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders 💜#TATAIPL | @ajinkyarahane88 | @KKRiders pic.twitter.com/xbmH2KNhsE
This makes Rahane the 9th KKR skipper in 18 seasons.
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The Story Of Ajinkya Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane had a humble start to the IPL:
2008-10
The young Rahane was signed by the Mumbai Indians and played just 10 games for his first franchise in 3-seasons.
2011-15
After his stint in Mumbai Indians, Rahane was bought by Rajasthan Royals in 2011 Mega Auction. The change in franchise made his career at boom in the format as he amassed 2047 runs in 71 matches with 15 fifties and also struck his first-ever IPL hundred.
2016-17
Rahane had joined the Rising Pune SuperGiants (Now Defunct) for 2016 and 2017 editions of the IPL due to the suspension of Rajasthan Royals.
2018-19
After the ban lifted, the Rajasthan-based franchise yet again bought back Ajinkya Rahane and named him captain of the side. He captained for 24 matches.
2020-22
During this period, Rahane played a total of 18 matches for Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders.
2023-24
Rahane was bought by Chennai Super Kings, where he played a pivotal role in CSK’s 5th Title win. He scored at a strike rate of 170+.
Ajinkya Rahane’s Future
After KKR got Rahane’s service for the upcoming IPL season, the question among cricket pundits and fans is that “Can Ajinkya Rahane continue his good work for KKR as a skipper?“
