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Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025 Team Preview: Key Stats, Predicted XI & Analysis

Captain: Ajinkya Rahane Coach: Chandrakant Pandit Home Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Best Finishes: Champions Last Season: Winner Key Stats PowerPlay Boundary Percentage 26.16 – In the last two IPL seasons, KKR’s PowerPlay boundary percentage has been a key factor. Middle-Over Spin Choke 7.36 – KKR has retained two match-winning spinners in Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, further strengthening the department by adding Moeen Ali. Death-Over Concerns 11.18 – KKR has struggled in the last four overs over the past two seasons, lacking a reliable death bowler. Anrich Nortje Impact Player: Mayank Markande / Vaibhav Arora Final Thoughts KKR will rely on its PowerPlay aggression, spin control in the middle overs, and experienced finishers to defend its title.

The Hindu

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