Venkatesh Iyer is going to struggle: 'Shocked' Tom Moody on KKR's 23.75 crore buy
4 months ago

Venkatesh Iyer is going to struggle: 'Shocked' Tom Moody on KKR's 23.75 crore buy

India Today  

Tom Moody said that Venkatesh Iyer may end up struggling to live up to his massive price tag in the Indian Premier League 2025. On Day 1 of the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Kolkata Knight Riders shelled out INR 23.75 crore in the auction after a bidding war with Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. IPL 2025 Mega Auction Updates Venkatesh also became the third-most expensive player in the ongoing IPL auction after Rishabh Pant, who went to Lucknow Super Giants at INR 27 crore, and Shreyas Iyer, who was picked by Punjab Kings at INR 26.75 crore. In 51 IPL matches for KKR since his debut back in 2021, Venkatesh Iyer has racked up 1326 runs at an average of 31.57 and a strike-rate of 137.12.

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Venkatesh Iyer opens up on KKR’s decision to crown Ajinkya Rahane captain for IPL 2025
1 week, 1 day ago

Venkatesh Iyer opens up on KKR’s decision to crown Ajinkya Rahane captain for IPL 2025

Live Mint  

Venkatesh Iyer was one of the most expensive buys in the IPL 2025 auction as Kolkata Knight Riders splashed out ₹23.75 crore to buy back their star all-rounder. However, despite spending the huge amount on Iyer, KKR went on to name Ajinkya Rahane as captain - a player they bought at the base price and didn't even consider in the …

Venkatesh Iyer not bogged down by huge price tag in IPL 2025: Really doesn't matter
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Venkatesh Iyer not bogged down by huge price tag in IPL 2025: Really doesn't matter

India Today  

Venkatesh Iyer said that he is not flustered by his massive price tag in the Indian Premier League. The 30-year-old said that he won’t be overawed by his price tag and would rather look to put his best foot forward when the tournament starts. IPL 2025 Full Coverage | Schedule "It really doesn't matter for what price you were picked …

Tata IPL 2025: KKR appoints Ajinkya Rahane as captain, Venkatesh Iyer to be his deputy
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Tata IPL 2025: KKR appoints Ajinkya Rahane as captain, Venkatesh Iyer to be his deputy

Live Mint  

With the Indian Premier League 2025 season to begin from March 22, Shah Rukh Khan-led Kolkata Knight Riders have officially named Ajinkya Rahane as their skipper, while Venkatesh Iyer will be the vice-captain. The Tata IPL 2024 winner KKR will play their first match on March 22 against Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. KKR deputy …

IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane to lead KKR, Venkatesh Iyer named vice-captain
3 weeks, 4 days ago

IPL 2025: Ajinkya Rahane to lead KKR, Venkatesh Iyer named vice-captain

India Today  

Defending cahmpions Kolkata Knight Riders have announced Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain on Monday, March 3. Rahane takes over from Shreyas Iyer, who left the franchise ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. KKR CEO Venky Mysore made the announcement and said the team was delighted have Rahane and Venkatesh as the captain and vice-captain of the side respectively. Venkatesh …

What drives Venkatesh Iyer this IPL season
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What drives Venkatesh Iyer this IPL season

Live Mint  

Venkatesh Iyer remembers a conversation he had with his Kolkata Knight Riders teammate Mitchell Starc last season. Ahead of the 2025 season of the IPL, KKR bid ₹23.75 crore for Iyer, the third highest price paid in these auctions after Rishabh Pant’s ₹27 crore and ₹26.75 crore by Punjab Kings for Shreyas Iyer. Sunil Gavaskar has suggested that Venkatesh be …

Venkatesh Iyer suffers injury scare ahead of IPL 2025 as KKR batter limps off during Ranji Trophy match against Kerala
2 months ago

Venkatesh Iyer suffers injury scare ahead of IPL 2025 as KKR batter limps off during Ranji Trophy match against Kerala

Live Mint  

Kolkata Knight Riders star Venkatesh Iyer suffered a major injury scare when the Madhya Pradesh all-rounder reportedly twisted his ankle in their Ranji Trophy 2024-25 clash against Kerala on Thursday. Coming into bat at No 6, Venkatesh Iyer, who was bought for ₹23.75 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction last year, twisted his ankle just two balls into his …

Injury scare for KKR's Rs 23.75 cr signing Venkatesh Iyer after ankle twist in Ranji Trophy match
2 months ago

Injury scare for KKR's Rs 23.75 cr signing Venkatesh Iyer after ankle twist in Ranji Trophy match

India TV News  

Madhya Pradesh suffered a massive injury scare with respect to their star all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer. Iyer, who came in to bat at No 6, twisted his ankle just two balls into his innings in the sixth-round Ranji Trophy clash against Kerala in Trivandrum on Thursday, January 23. Kerala, led by Nidheesh MD were all over Madhya Pradesh like a rash …

"Was gobsmacked, did not want to stay in front of TV...": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings
2 months, 2 weeks ago

"Was gobsmacked, did not want to stay in front of TV...": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer revealed his reaction on the massive amount his franchise splurged on him to secure his services ahead of Indian Premier League 2025 season, saying that he was "gobsmacked" and not expecting to be picked up at such a high price. ": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings Iyer had a memorable …

KKR star Venkatesh Iyer to soon become Dr Venkatesh Iyer!
3 months, 2 weeks ago

KKR star Venkatesh Iyer to soon become Dr Venkatesh Iyer!

Deccan Chronicle  

Venkatesh Iyer, the name that created quite a stir after the recently concluded IPL mega auctions in Jeddah is once again back to making headlines, but this time it is not related to cricket. He went on to become third costliest player at the auction this year only after Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer. In a recent interview with a …

Venkatesh Iyer reveals crucial chat with KKR CEO ahead of ₹23.75 crore bid: ‘Do everything in your power to…’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Venkatesh Iyer reveals crucial chat with KKR CEO ahead of ₹23.75 crore bid: ‘Do everything in your power to…’

Live Mint  

While Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer had a neck-and-neck fight over who would become the costliest player in IPL history, one player whose price tag surprised everyone was Venkatesh Iyer. The Madhya Pradesh cricketer was sold for a whopping ₹23.75 crore as a bidding war ensued between the Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, which was ultimately won by …

Venkatesh Iyer's reveal, says he had a word with KKR before INR 23.75 crore buy: 'Do everything in your power...'
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Venkatesh Iyer's reveal, says he had a word with KKR before INR 23.75 crore buy: 'Do everything in your power...'

Hindustan Times  

All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer recently became the fourth-costliest pick in the history of the Indian Premier League after he was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 23.75 crore at the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Venkatesh Iyer returned to the top of the order for KKR After the auction, KKR CEO Venky Mysore stated that Venkatesh Iyer had told …

Venkatesh Iyer snubbed as KKR all but confirms INR 1.5 crore buy as captain for IPL 2025
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Venkatesh Iyer snubbed as KKR all but confirms INR 1.5 crore buy as captain for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer had thrown his hat in the ring to become the new captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders, just hours after the franchise acquired him back with a surprise bid of INR 23.75 crore. Venkatesh Iyer was re-signed by KKR for INR 23.75 crore In a stunning turn of events, Mumbai's Ranji Trophy captain Rahane, who famously …

The big IPL Auction takeaways: Indian stars outshine overseas peers; no room for nostalgia in performance-driven bids
4 months ago

The big IPL Auction takeaways: Indian stars outshine overseas peers; no room for nostalgia in performance-driven bids

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Premier League's maiden foray into the lucrative Saudi Arabian market wasn't just momentous, it was also path-breaking in many ways. Lucknow Super Giants have assembled a very refreshing team at the IPL 2025 mega auction For two days, ten franchises went hammer and tongs in Jeddah in the mega auction ahead of IPL 2025, seeking to assemble squads …

Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025: KKR full squad after mega auction feat. Venkatesh Iyer, Anrich Nortje
4 months ago

Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025: KKR full squad after mega auction feat. Venkatesh Iyer, Anrich Nortje

India TV News  

Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2025: KKR full squad after mega auction feat. Kolkata Knight Riders had just INR 5 Lakh remaining in their purse after they went on a shopping spree in the accelerated round that saw them sign five players in a span of 7-8 minutes including some high-profile picks that of Moeen Ali, Umran Malik and Ajinkya Rahane …

IPL auction 2025: Will Venkatesh Iyer be KKR’s new captain? Says ‘more than happy…’
4 months ago

IPL auction 2025: Will Venkatesh Iyer be KKR’s new captain? Says ‘more than happy…’

Live Mint  

IPL auction 2025: Venkatesh Iyer, who was on Sunday bought back by Kolkata Knight Riders for a whopping ₹23.75 crore at the IPL auction 2025, has said that he would be "more than happy" to take on the captaincy challenge and step into Shreyas Iyer's shoes. In an unexpected move, the Shah Rukh Khan-owned franchise did not retain their 2024 …

IPL 2025 auction news: CEO Venky Mysore explains KKR’s bidding war for Venkatesh Iyer, says ‘crucial to maintain…’
4 months ago

IPL 2025 auction news: CEO Venky Mysore explains KKR’s bidding war for Venkatesh Iyer, says ‘crucial to maintain…’

Live Mint  

IPL 2025 auction news: Venky Mysore, the CEO of sporting franchise Kolkata Knight Riders, explained the team's rationale for the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. In a move that shocked and surprised many, the 2024 IPL champions team decided to drop their tournament-winning captain, Shreyas Iyer and instead launched an all-out bidding war …

Venkatesh Iyer to captain KKR? All-rounder drops staggering hint after unexpected 23.75 crore bid by franchise
4 months ago

Venkatesh Iyer to captain KKR? All-rounder drops staggering hint after unexpected 23.75 crore bid by franchise

Hindustan Times  

India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer dropped a staggering statement on Sunday hinting that he might lead Kolkata Knight Riders at the impending 2025 season of the Indian Premier League. Venkatesh's claim came hours after he was roped in by KKR for an unexpected price of INR 23.75 crore at the at the mega auction at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in …

KKR CEO Venky Mysore ends silence on 'shocking' Venkatesh Iyer buy: 'We didn’t want to find ourselves in a situation...'
4 months ago

KKR CEO Venky Mysore ends silence on 'shocking' Venkatesh Iyer buy: 'We didn’t want to find ourselves in a situation...'

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata Knight Riders CEO Venky Mysore, on Sunday, ended his silence to explain the logic behind their whopping bid of INR 23.75 crore to re-sign India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer. Mysore's comment came amid a barrage of criticism targeted at the franchise, including one from former Australia cricketer Tom Moddy, who called it “shocking.” KKR CEO Venky Mysore explained Venkatesh Iyer …

IPL Auction 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s first reaction after Punjab Kings shell out ₹26.75 crore for champion skipper
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4 months ago

IPL Auction 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s first reaction after Punjab Kings shell out ₹26.75 crore for champion skipper

Live Mint  

IPL Auction 2025: Shreyas Iyer, the former Kolkata Knight Riders captain and leading team India batter, was sold for a whopping ₹26.75 crore to Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah on Sunday. This deal marked a landmark moment, since Shreyas Iyer emerged as one of the costliest players in IPL auction history. …

KKR faces fan anger after shock bidding war for Venkatesh Iyer ends at INR 23.75 crore buy: 'Why didn't you retain him?'
4 months ago

KKR faces fan anger after shock bidding war for Venkatesh Iyer ends at INR 23.75 crore buy: 'Why didn't you retain him?'

Hindustan Times  

Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer fetched big money in the IPL 2025 auction, with Kolkata Knight Riders breaking the bank to bring back their star player from the title-winning 2024 squad. KKR fended off intense competition from Royal Challengers Bengaluru to procure Iyer's services for a mammoth INR 23.75 crore in the auction. Venkatesh Iyer during IPL 2024 The bid makes …

KKR Team Players List IPL Auction 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders full squad and complete players list
4 months ago

KKR Team Players List IPL Auction 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders full squad and complete players list

Firstpost  

IPL Auction 2025 KKR team players list: Check out of full squad Kolkata Knight Riders and the complete players list after the 2025 IPL mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders welcomed back Venkatesh Iyer after he was acquired for Rs 23.75 crore at the in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Sunday. KKR also signed South African …

IPL auction: Venkatesh Iyer open to captaining KKR after whopping Rs 23.75 crore bid
4 months ago

IPL auction: Venkatesh Iyer open to captaining KKR after whopping Rs 23.75 crore bid

India Today  

All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer said he was ready to lead Kolkata Knight Riders in their title defence in Indian Premier League 2025, if given an opportunity. Speculation is rife that Venkatesh is set to replace Shreyas Iyer as the captain of the three-time champions after his mega payday in the IPL auction in Jeddah on Sunday, November 24. Venkatesh Iyer was …

IPL auction: Shreyas Iyer becomes 2nd most expensive player, sold to Punjab for Rs 26.75 crore
4 months ago

IPL auction: Shreyas Iyer becomes 2nd most expensive player, sold to Punjab for Rs 26.75 crore

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer has set a new benchmark in IPL auction history, becoming the second most expensive player ever with a record-breaking bid of Rs 26.75 crore from Punjab Kings during the 2025 mega auction held on Sunday at the Abady Al-Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Iyer's acquisition eclipsed the previous record held by Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, who was …

IPL 2025 Auction: Venkatesh Iyer hits jackpot! KKR buy him for 23.75 crore
4 months ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Venkatesh Iyer hits jackpot! KKR buy him for 23.75 crore

India Today  

Venkatesh Iyer hit the jackpot during the IPL 2025 auction as he was sold for Rs. Venkatesh has been part of the KKR setup since making his debut in the IPL 2021 season and was retained ahead of the 2022 auction. IPL 2025 Auction Live Updates How the bidding unfolded for Venkatesh The bidding for Venkatesh Iyer started with KKR …

From Venkatesh Iyer to Marco Jansen: Surprise picks expected to break the bank in IPL 2025 auction
4 months, 1 week ago

From Venkatesh Iyer to Marco Jansen: Surprise picks expected to break the bank in IPL 2025 auction

Hindustan Times  

With more players than ever going under the hammer in the IPL 2025 auction, there is plenty of value to be found beyond the star names that are the key talking points in the auction pool. Kolkata, May 11 : Kolkata Knight Riders' Venkatesh Iyer plays a shot in a match against Rajasthan Royals during the Indian Premier League 2023, …

IPL Auction prediction: Which players can KKR target with Rs 51 crore budget?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction prediction: Which players can KKR target with Rs 51 crore budget?

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders are the defending champions and hence, the focus will be on them in the upcoming Indian Premier League auction to be held in Jeddah on November 24 and 25. KKR: List of Retained Players Rinku Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh KKR: List of Released Players Nitish Rana, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Shreyas Iyer, …

Does Tom Moody 'regret' SRH withdrawing auction bid for Ishan Kishan at INR 15 crore? 2016 IPL-winning coach responds
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Does Tom Moody 'regret' SRH withdrawing auction bid for Ishan Kishan at INR 15 crore? 2016 IPL-winning coach responds

Hindustan Times  

Prior to IPL 2024, Ishan Kishan's name wasn't even in the contention for India's back-up players for the upcoming T20 World Cup. So when former Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Tom Moody was asked if he regretted not acquiring Kishan in the IPL 2022 auction, the Australian had an epic reply. “Does Tom regret not going for Ishan Kishan for more …

Former India cricketer picks top five buys of upcoming IPL auction
1 year, 3 months ago

Former India cricketer picks top five buys of upcoming IPL auction

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, December 15 : Cricket commentator and former India player Aakash Chopra throws a light on which player can fetch a high price in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2024 auction. HT Image Hosting JioCinema's daily sports show '#AAKASHVANI', Aakash Chopra predicted his top five buys at the IPL 2024 Player Auction to be held in Dubai on Tuesday. …

Venkatesh certainly not out of the reckoning for future games: KKR head coach McCullum
2 years, 10 months ago

Venkatesh certainly not out of the reckoning for future games: KKR head coach McCullum

The Hindu  

Admitting that the second-season syndrome has hit Venkatesh Iyer badly, Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum has not written off the all-rounder for the remaining Indian Premier League season. “With Venky's second year, teams do a bit more scouting and homework as has historically been the case in this tournament as well as in international cricket,” McCullum said on …

IPL 2022: Venkatesh Iyer determined to come back stronger, he is working hard - KKR coach Brendon McCullum
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022: Venkatesh Iyer determined to come back stronger, he is working hard - KKR coach Brendon McCullum

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum said Venkatesh Iyer is working hard in the nets to make a strong comeback into the squad for the remainder of the matches in IPL 2022. However, as McCullum pointed out, the 2nd season syndrome seems to have hit Venkatesh who has been struggling to put bat to ball for KKR in IPL …

IPL 2022 Auction: Shreyas Iyer bought for 12.25 crore by Kolkata Knight Riders, most expensive so far
3 years, 1 month ago

IPL 2022 Auction: Shreyas Iyer bought for 12.25 crore by Kolkata Knight Riders, most expensive so far

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer, as expected triggered a bidding war in the Indian Premier League 2022 mega auction in Bengaluru on Saturday as he became the first player on Day 1 to go past the Rs 10 crore mark. Kolkata Knight Riders bought the India batter for Rs 12.25 crore after fending off competition from his former franchise Delhi Capitals and the …

Venkatesh Iyer a very bright prospect for India, we will be keeping an eye on him, says Rohit Sharma
3 years, 4 months ago

Venkatesh Iyer a very bright prospect for India, we will be keeping an eye on him, says Rohit Sharma

India Today  

Venkatesh Iyer is a bright prospect for India and he will be kept in the setup for future series and matches, T20I captain Rohit Sharma has said. Venkatesh was selected for the three-match T20I series against New Zealand after his impressive performances in the 2021 Indian Premier League. For his franchise he bats up the order, which might be difficult …

Venkatesh Iyer ‘not setting any targets’ after India call-up
3 years, 4 months ago

Venkatesh Iyer ‘not setting any targets’ after India call-up

The Hindu  

From being just another young domestic talent to earning a call-up to the Indian team for the T20Is against New Zealand - life has changed for Venkatesh Iyer over the last couple of months. READ : Dream to represent India has been fulfilled: Avesh Khan While his efforts guided Knights to the final of the IPL, Iyer also kept the …

IPL 2021: Coach Brendon McCullum credits Venkatesh Iyer for turnaround in fortunes of KKR in UAE leg
3 years, 5 months ago

IPL 2021: Coach Brendon McCullum credits Venkatesh Iyer for turnaround in fortunes of KKR in UAE leg

Firstpost  

Venkatesh Iyer amassed 370 runs from 10 games this season to help KKR reach the IPL 2021 final. Dubai: Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum says young Venkatesh Iyer, with his flamboyance, played the role of a catalyst in turning around the fortunes of the side in the second leg of the just-concluded IPL here. He was a big …

IPL 2021: Venkatesh Iyer big catalyst for KKR turnaround, says coach McCullum
3 years, 5 months ago

IPL 2021: Venkatesh Iyer big catalyst for KKR turnaround, says coach McCullum

India TV News  

Kolkata Knight Riders might have lost out the IPL 2021 Final on Friday night against Chennai Super Kings but a look at the larger picture reveals the debut of Venkatesh Iyer gave them a star for the years to come. At least that's what team's coach Brandon McCullum feels as he credited the young all-rounder for playing a big role …

IPL 2021: Venkatesh Iyer a big catalyst in KKR's turnaround this season, says Brendon McCullum
3 years, 5 months ago

IPL 2021: Venkatesh Iyer a big catalyst in KKR's turnaround this season, says Brendon McCullum

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum hailed the impact that Venkatesh Iyer and the rest of the Indian batsman in their top order on their form in the second half of the 2021 Indian Premier League. He was actually going to play in the next game after what turned out to be our last game in India but the …

IPL 2021, KKR vs DC: Venkatesh Iyer continues to shine in debut season; slams half-century in Qualifier 2
3 years, 5 months ago

IPL 2021, KKR vs DC: Venkatesh Iyer continues to shine in debut season; slams half-century in Qualifier 2

India TV News  

Venkatesh Iyer on Wednesday reached his third half-century in the Indian Premier League, continuing on his consistent run in the 2021 edition. His 55-run innings helped KKR register a three-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals to enter the final of the season. In a low-scoring run chase, Iyer's fast-paced knock put Delhi on the backfoot instantly before Rishabh Pant's side made …

IPL 2021: Who is Venkatesh Iyer, KKR's surprise hero?
3 years, 6 months ago

IPL 2021: Who is Venkatesh Iyer, KKR's surprise hero?

The Hindu  

Kolkata Knight Riders may have finally found an answer to its batting woes in the Indian Premier League Powerplay overs in an unheralded all-rounder from Indore after trying 10 opening combinations in the last three years. However, the arrival of Venkatesh Iyer -- a 6-foot 4-inch-tall left-handed opening batsman – has changed KKR’s fortunes as the team registered back-to-back wins …

IPL 2021: Who's Venkatesh Iyer? Meet KKR's new all-rounder
3 years, 6 months ago

IPL 2021: Who's Venkatesh Iyer? Meet KKR's new all-rounder

The Hindu  

Venkatesh Rajasekaran Iyer was just 19 when he broke into the Madhya Pradesh side for the first time. The youngster did not get a chance to bat in his debut game against Railways, but scalped the wicket of seasoned Mahesh Rawat and made his little contribution towards Madhya Pradesh’s four-run win in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy fixture in 2015. …

IPL 2021, KKR vs RCB: Unknown facts about Venkatesh Iyer, KKR's new debutant
3 years, 6 months ago

IPL 2021, KKR vs RCB: Unknown facts about Venkatesh Iyer, KKR's new debutant

India TV News  

IPL 2021, KKR vs RCB: Unknown facts about Venkatesh Iyer, KKR's new debutant The 26-year-old from Madhya Pradesh was roped in by the two-time champions earlier this year during the auction for the base price of INR 20 lakhs. Kolkata Knight Riders couldn't have asked for a better return to the 14th season of the Indian Premier League on Monday …

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