IPL 2025: Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will continue to play all their home games at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata during the IPL 2025 season, as confirmed by Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Snehasish Ganguly. This clarification comes after rumors circulated about the possibility of KKR’s home matches being shifted to another venue due to ongoing renovations at Eden Gardens.
CAB President Denies Rumors Of Venue Change For KKR’s Home Matches
Speaking exclusively to RevSportz, CAB President Snehasish Ganguly addressed the speculations and put an end to the doubts. He dismissed the rumors, stating that there are no plans to move KKR’s home games to a different stadium. Ganguly emphasized that Eden Gardens remains the dedicated home ground for KKR, and there are no plans for renovation work at the stadium in the immediate future.
Eden Gardens Set To Host IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony And Finals
In addition to confirming KKR’s home fixtures, Ganguly highlighted that Eden Gardens would play a key role in IPL 2025. The historic venue is lined up to host the opening ceremony and the finals of the 2025 season, reinforcing its importance as a premier cricket destination.
Ganguly also stressed that Eden Gardens has always been packed, even during KKR’s lean years, showcasing the unwavering support of the local fans. He reassured that there was no truth to the rumors about the stadium being unavailable for IPL 2025.
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KKR’s IPL 2025 Campaign: Defending Champions And Retained Players
As the defending champions, KKR will enter the IPL 2025 season with high hopes after their dominant performance in the 2024 final, where they defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 8 wickets. This victory marked KKR’s third IPL title and their first in 10 years, cementing their status as one of the league’s most successful franchises.
On October 31, KKR officially announced the retention of six players for IPL 2025, including key performers Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, rising star Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, and the West Indies all-round duo of Sunil Narine and Andre Russell. With a purse of Rs. 51 crore, KKR will now head into the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction to strengthen their squad further.
Eden Gardens: The Heart Of KKR’s IPL Legacy
Eden Gardens has long been the fortress of the Kolkata Knight Riders, and with the IPL 2025 season just around the corner, fans are eager to see their team continue to dominate the tournament from their iconic home ground. Despite renovation rumors, CAB’s confirmation puts to rest any concerns about the stadium’s availability for KKR’s home matches.
