The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced their retained players for the IPL 2025 season. The retained squad includes:
#1 Rinku Singh – 13 Crore
KKR retained Rinku Singh for IPL 2025 primarily because of his remarkable performance and growth in recent seasons. Known for his resilience and aggressive batting, Rinku consistently proved his value, especially with his memorable finishes, including a standout 2023 performance where he hit five consecutive sixes to win a game. His ability to handle pressure and deliver in challenging situations has made him one of the most reliable finishers in the squad.
Rinku Singh had an impressive 2023 IPL season for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Here are some stats of Rinku Singh in 2023 Season. His batting in the death overs was particularly remarkable, scoring 280 runs at an astonishing strike rate of 186.67, with 22 sixes.
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike-rate |
| 14 | 474 | 39.50 | 143.33 |
#2 Sunil Narine – 12 Crore
KKR’s decision to retain Sunil Narine for IPL 2025 highlights his importance as a versatile all-rounder. Narine has been a key figure for the team for several seasons, primarily because of his exceptional spin bowling and his ability to turn games around in the middle overs. As one of the best T20 bowlers in the world, his ability to choke opposition batting lineups and pick wickets in crucial moments makes him a vital asset for KKR.
In the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Sunil Narine delivered exceptional performances for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), both with the bat and the ball. Here are some stats of Sunil Narine in 2024 season:
Batting Stats
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike-rate |
| 14 | 488 | 34.86 | 180.74 |
Bowling Stats
| Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average |
| 14 | 17 | 6.69 | 21.65 |
#3 Varun Chakravarthy – 12 Crore
KKR retained Varun Chakravarthy for IPL 2025 primarily because of his significant contributions as a key bowler in their lineup. Chakravarthy has been a standout performer for KKR with his mystery spin, especially in the middle overs. His ability to take wickets in crucial moments and his strong performances in both domestic and IPL matches make him a valuable asset to the team.
He has consistently been one of the team’s leading wicket-takers, and his skills in controlling the flow of runs and getting breakthroughs have made him an essential part of KKR’s bowling attack. Here are some stats of Varun in 2024 season.
| Matches | Wickets | Dot Balls | Average |
| 15 | 21 | 125 | 19.15 |
#4 Andre Russell – 12 Crore
Russell brings unmatched versatility to the team. As an explosive batter and a dependable bowler, he can change the course of a match with his power hitting and lower-order batting. His contributions with the ball, particularly in death overs, make him invaluable in T20s.
Andre Russell delivered exceptional performances for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), both with the bat and the ball. Here are some stats of Andre Russell in 2024 season:
Batting Stats
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike-rate |
| 14 | 222 | 29.22 | 174.93 |
Bowling Stats
| Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average |
| 15 | 19 | 10.06 | 23.01 |
#5 Harshit Rana – 4 Crore
Harshit, a young uncapped fast bowler, has shown promising talent in domestic cricket. His inclusion in the IPL squad was likely influenced by his performance in lower leagues, where he impressed with his pace and accuracy. Retaining Harshit provides KKR with a younger pace option, adding to their bowling depth.
Harshit Rana delivered exceptional performances for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), with the ball. Here are some stats of Andre Russell in 2024 season:
| Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average |
| 13 | 19 | 9.08 | 20.15 |
#6 Ramandeep Singh
KKR’s decision to retain Ramandeep Singh for IPL 2025 appears to be based on his potential as an emerging all-rounder and his versatility in T20 cricket.
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His retention might also reflect KKR’s approach of backing promising uncapped Indian players with potential, especially considering his prior experience in domestic cricket and his ability to contribute in different match situations. By holding onto Ramandeep, KKR is likely looking to provide him with more opportunities to develop further and contribute to the team’s success in the future.
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike-rate |
| 15 | 125 | 31.25 | 201.61 |
