Venkatesh Iyer, the all-rounder for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is currently facing uncertainty regarding his participation in IPL 2025 due to a recent injury. During a Ranji Trophy match against Kerala, Iyer sustained an injury while batting and was observed limping throughout his innings, prompting concerns among fans and KKR management about his fitness for the upcoming season.
Despite this setback, Iyer was a significant acquisition during the IPL 2025 mega auction, where he was bought back by KKR for ₹23.75 crore after an intense bidding war with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This marked a return to the franchise where he had previously established himself as a key player since his debut in 2021.
Venkatesh Iyer Overall Performance in IPL
Venkatesh Iyer has established himself as a significant player in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since his debut in 2021.
IPL Career Statistics
- Matches Played: 51
- Innings: 49
- Runs: 1325
- Highest Score: 104
- Batting Average: 31.54
- Strike-Rate: 137.00
- Half-centuries: 11
- Centuries: 1
- Wickets Taken: 3
Season-wise Breakdown
| Season | Matches | Runs | HS | Average | Strike-Rate | 100s | 50s |
| 2024 | 12 | 267 | 70 | 33.68 | 149.16 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 14 | 404 | 104* | 28.86 | 145.85 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | 12 | 182 | 50* | 16.55 | 107.69 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 10 | 370 | 67 | 41.11 | 128.47 | 0 | 4 |
Iyer’s fielding has been solid, with numerous catches contributing to his team’s efforts on the field.
As of now, Iyer’s condition is being closely monitored, and there are discussions about potential replacements in case he is unable to participate. However, KKR remains hopeful for his recovery given his vital role in the team.
