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Shah Rukh Khan nearly said no to IPL: Lalit Modi reveals the Jaipur story behind KKR’s birth

Lalit Modi shares how Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan was initially hesitant to buy the Kolkata Knight Riders. Khan, a football fan, doubted his cricket knowledge and the significant investment. A sponsorship deal with a mobile company offering a $5 million advance for front-shirt sponsorship eased his financial concerns.

The Economic Times

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli equals Jos Buttler's IPL century record in run-chases

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli achieved this milestone against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), scoring 105* in 60 balls, with 11 fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 175.00.

The Economic Times

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders hit their stride in win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

KOLKATA: Everything went right for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday night as they returned to their winning ways. To top it all, skipper Ajinkya Rahane even came away happy with the Eden Gardens pitch for the first time this season!

The Times of India

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IPL 2025, KKR vs SRH: Focus on opening acts in replay of 2024 IPL final

KOLKATA: In a repeat of last year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) title clash, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will lock horns with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Eden Gardens here on Thursday. But it has been a harsh reality check for both sides after the IPL mega auction as they…

The Times of India

IPL 2025: Ashwani's night, KKR's nightmare

MUMBAI: So nervous was Ashwani Kumar before making his IPL debut for the Mumbai Indians against the Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday night that he couldn’t even have his lunch, preferring to just have a banana instead.

The Times of India

Meet IPL 2025's young cricketer Angkrish Raghuvanshi's parents who also played for the country

20 year old Angkrish Raghuvanshi is winning hearts in the current season of the Indian Premiere League (IPL). The right-hand top-order batter is playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and idolises Shubman Gill.

The Times of India

IPL 2025: KKR vs LSG match on April 6 to move from Kolkata to Guwahati

KOLKATA: Kolkata’s loss could well be Guwahati’s gain. The Kolkata Knight Riders’ home match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 6 is all set to move from the Eden Gardens to Guwahati after Kolkata Police expressed its inability to provide security for the Indian Premier League (IPL) contest as it…

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All to know about the IPL 2025: Captains, schedule, prize money, venues

From big-name players to key talking points, Al Jazeera’s lowdown on T20 cricket’s most lucrative franchise league.

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IPL 2025: Why Harry Brook risks two-year ban after withdrawal from Delhi Capitals deal

NEW DELHI: England batter Harry Brook stands at risk of facing a two-year ban from future editions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) after withdrawing from his contract with the Delhi Capitals.

The Times of India

Cricketer Nitish Rana expecting twins with wife Saachi Marwah Rana

Indian cricketer Nitish Rana is all set to welcome twins with wife Saachi Marwah Rana. Nitish used to play for the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. The 31 year old took to Instagram to update his fans and followers about the new role in this life.

The Times of India

'Bhalo, Paaji?': Suryakumar Yadav looks back at playing under Gautam Gambhir for Kolkata Knight Riders - Watch

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav started his IPL career with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and was a part of the KKR squad from 2012 to 2017.

The Times of India

EXCLUSIVE | The Kamlesh Nagarkoti story: Battling injuries, long rehab, fresh start with CSK

NEW DELHI: Kamlesh Nagarkoti's career has been riddled with injuries, keeping the right-arm pacer off the cricket field more than on it. A promising talent from India's victorious 2018 Under-19 World Cup squad, Nagarkoti became an IPL sensation that same year when the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bought him for…

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Is Ajinkya Rahane in line to captain KKR next?

MUMBAI: In a remarkable turn in his T20 cricket career, Mumbai's Ranji Trophy captain Ajinkya Rahane has emerged as a leading contender to captain the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2025, TOI has learnt.

The Times of India

'Loyalty is very expensive': Nitish Rana's wife criticises KKR After IPL 2025 Auction snub

Nitish Rana, a key player for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) since 2018, has joined the Rajasthan Royals (RR) after being bought for Rs 4.20 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah on November 25th.

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IPL 2025 Auction: Kolkata Knight Riders remaining purse, RTM, slots to be filled

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up to claim their fourth IPL title in 2025, aiming to add another chapter to their storied history. The defending champions is focused on building a balanced squad under astute leadership.

The Times of India

India vs Bangladesh, 1st T20I: How selection snub inspired 'reborn' Varun Chakravarthy to try harder for recall

Chakravarthy ends his three-year international wait in style, credits playing in local games for renaissance

The Times of India

Who will replace Gautam Gambhir at Kolkata Knight Riders? It could be...

Gautam Gambhir's appointment as India's new head coach means that the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won't have their most influential figure, who won them three Indian Premier League titles, in their ranks for the next season; and reports suggest that the KKR management is already on the lookout for Gambhir's…

The Times of India

'Now no one will say that they are tired': Wasim Akram calls the absence of India players in IPL final a 'blessing in disguise'

NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League 2024 concluded with the Kolkata Knight Riders claiming their third title by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on Sunday. The absence of Team India players in the final has been highlighted by Pakistan legend Wasim Akram, who described it as a "blessing in disguise"…

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Kolkata Knight Riders hail 'Clutch Chief' Venkatesh Iyer

NEW DELHI: All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) contributed significantly to his team's third Indian Premier League (IPL) championship victory on Sunday at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium by going undefeated in half-century versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

The Times of India

IPL: Sunil Narine first player to win MVP award thrice

NEW DELHI: After defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 2024 season final, all-around player Sunil Narine of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has became the first player in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to win the "Most Valuable Player" award three times.

The Times of India

'Don't be surprised…': Former India cricketer weighs in on the possible outcome of KKR vs SRH IPL 2024 final

NEW DELHI: The Sunrisers Hyderabad will face the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2024 final on Sunday. Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has tipped KKR as the likely winners but suggests that Pat Cummins and his SRH team could pull off a surprise.

The Times of India

'Different feeling...': Bhuvneshwar Kumar confident of winning IPL trophy

NEW DELHI: As Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) prepare for their Sunday matchup against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar expressed confidence that his team would win the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The Times of India

Sunrisers Hyderabad will continue to play aggressive cricket: Simon Helmot

NEW DELHI: Despite the devastating loss to the Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad will not give up on their aggressive style of cricket in order to qualify for the IPL final, according to assistant coach Simon Helmot.

The Times of India

KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir's 'inadvertent' May 26 reference turns prophetic

In March this year, the official full schedule of IPL 2024 was yet to be announced by the BCCI. At that time, while addressing the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) squad for the first time as the team's new mentor, Gautam Gambhir had inadvertently revealed the date of the IPL final.…

The Times of India

KKR vs SRH Qualifier 1 highlights: Kolkata Knight Riders enter fourth IPL final with thumping win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

NEW DELHI: Mitchell Starc propelled the Kolkata Knight Riders into the IPL final with a dominant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, securing an eight-wicket victory in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

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