A good opening combination has played a huge role in the success of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL and that was evident during IPL 2024 as the duo of Phil Salt &amp; Sunil Narine formed a formidable opening pair and wrecked havoc with the bat. 
The Southpaw had an absolute monstrous season with the bat as an opener, scoring 488 runs which is also his highest run tally with the bat in the tournament and he also went to smack his first ever T20 hundred. His English partner, on the other hand, proved to be the perfect partner as he amassed 435 runs at a blistering strike rate of 182.01 and an amazing average of 39.55.
Together, they scored 559 runs and were the third-best opening pair in the league in the previous season. Now, ahead of the 2025 edition of the cash rich T20 league, the dangerous opening pair of Salt &amp; Narine have been seperated from each other as the 28-year-old has joined rivals Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for a massive price tag of 11.50 crore Indian rupees. 
The Kolkata-based team did manage to retain the services of explosive Afghanistan wicketkeeper batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who had replaced the English player in the team for the playoffs of last season and he did well with the bat as he played an important role in helping his side lift their third IPL trophy. 
They also secured the services of experienced South African wicket-keeper batsman Quinton De Kock in the mega auction, who has scored more than 3,000 runs in the IPL. 
The franchise also went ahead and named Ajinkya Rahane as their skipper for the IPL 2025 season after the departure of Shreyas Iyer to the Punjab Kings. With a new captain at helm and the franchise looking to lift their fourth IPL Trophy, a good opening combination will once again be necessary, let's take a look at their best possible opening combinations ahead of IPL 2025.
<h2>IPL 2025: 3 best opening combinations KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane can try</h2>
<h3>3.Sunil Narine and Venkatesh Iyer</h3>
The Kolkata Knight Riders placed a huge bet on star player Venkatesh Iyer for IPL 2025 as they secured his services for the next three IPL seasons by paying a huge amount of 23.75 crore Indian Rupees. Their think tank sees something special in the player and they wouldn't invest such a big amount without any reason. 
The 30-year-old is a good middle-order batter as well as an amazing opening batter for the franchise. He has opened the innings many times for the four times winners and had a prolific 2021 season as an opening batter. 
He smashed 370 runs at an average of 41 and a good strike rate of 129 as he played an important role in helping his team reach the finals. He won the man-of-the match award after playing a good knock of 55 runs in the second qualifier and he followed this up with another fifty in the final versus CSK. 
Alongside Shubman Gill, his opening partner, the Southpaw got involved in an opening stand of 91 runs but it went in vain as CSK defeated KKR in the final. 
Nevertheless, he has a good opportunity of opening the innings for the three time winners this time around, as he can replace Salt at the top of the order and with Sunil Narine by his side, there's no denying how dangerous this pair can be.
<h3>2.Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sunil Narine</h3>
After the departure of Phil Salt in IPL last year, Rahmanullah Gurbaz along with Sunil Narine took up the responsibility of opening for KKR. Sunil Narine is considered to be an expert in dangerous batting, while if we talk about Afghan batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz, he is also a brilliant batsman and has made a name for himself with his opening batting.
The Afghan batter was impressive in the limited number of opportunities he got as he helped his side get off to good starts in the playoffs and helped them lift the IPL trophy for the third time. 
While the pair of Narine &amp; Gurbaz didn't get much playing time together, that situation might change this time around as the team management are on the lookout of a suitable replacement for Salt and Gurbaz might prove to be the perfect replacement for him. 
<h3>1. Sunil Narine and Quinton De Kock</h3>
The best and strongest pair in the opening combination for Kolkata Knight Riders can be considered to be Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine.
On one hand, South Africa's star wicketkeeper batsman Quinton de Kock has tremendous experience of opening in international cricket as well as various T20 leagues, while on the other hand, Sunil Narine has impressed everyone with his opening start in IPL. If this pair is on the field, then the problems of the opposing bowling are sure to increase. 
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KKR: Venkatesh Iyer (L), Quinton De Kock (C) and Rahmanullah Gurbaz (R) are strong contenders to open the batting with Sunil Narine in IPL 2025 | Images: ESPNcricinfo

KKR: The Kolkata Knight Riders have assembled a strong squad for IPL 2025. While many key players like Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt and Mitchell Starc have left, the KKR team management has done their shopping work extremely well as they have secured replacements for each and every departed player. Their opening combination of Salt and Narine played a key role in their title winning campaign and this time around, Salt won't be there but Kolkata have three potential replacements already lined up for him

KKR: The Kolkata Knight Riders have assembled a strong squad for IPL 2025. While many key players like Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt and Mitchell Starc have left, the KKR team management has done their shopping work extremely well as they have secured replacements for each and every departed player. Their opening combination of Salt and Narine played a key role in their title winning campaign and this time around, Salt won't be there but Kolkata have three potential replacements already lined up for him.

IPL 2025: 3 best opening combinations for Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane can try

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IPL 2025: The eighteenth edition of the richest domestic T20 league–The INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE– is just around the corner, and the buzz of the 2025 season is just growing higher and higher. With thrilling matches from the very start, the excitement around TATA IPL 2025 is building up, leaving fans wondering where they can watch the tournament.
Like the previous year, the broadcasting rights for television are with STAR SPORTS Networks, so you can watch the TATA IPL 2025 on TV on Star Sports 1 (Hindi) and Star Sports 2 (English).
<h2>No More Free IPL 2025 Streaming</h2>
Since 2023, JioCinema has been offering IPL streaming for free after securing a $3 billion broadcasting deal for five years. Now, the IPL 2025 will not be streamed on the JIOCinema APP or Website.
JioHotstar, the newly launched streaming platform from JioStar, has introduced a hybrid subscription model, ending completely free IPL streaming. Formed after the merger of Viacom18 and Star India, JioStar aims to enhance the viewing experience with nearly 3 lakh hours of entertainment and over 50 crore users. However, cricket fans will now have limited free access, making it necessary to subscribe to watch full matches.
Starting from IPL 2025, viewers will only be able to watch a few minutes of a match before being redirected to a subscription page, with plans starting at ₹149.
However, following an $8.5 billion merger between Mukesh Ambani's Reliance and Walt Disney, the streaming model has changed. A source revealed that the platform will first engage users with free content before introducing paid subscriptions, which may start at different times for each viewer.
<h2>JIOHOTSTAR Plans and Subscriptions</h2>
JioHotstar will offer a basic subscription plan for ₹149 and an ad-free version for ₹499 (valid for three months). The platform will continue to stream major sports events, including IPL, ICC tournaments, and WPL, along with international leagues like the Premier League and Wimbledon. Additionally, it will feature domestic competitions such as Pro Kabaddi and ISL, expanding its sports coverage beyond cricket.
For JIO SIM users, there is a plan of Rs. 195 where the users will get a three-month subscription to JIOHotstar Mobile. Along with it, they will get 15GB of high-speed data as well. 
Beyond just sports, JioHotstar promises an upgraded viewing experience with ultra-HD 4K streaming, AI-powered insights, multi-angle viewing, and real-time statistics. With its wide content library and immersive technology, the platform aims to compete with major players like Netflix and Amazon Prime in India’s $28-billion media and entertainment market.
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No longer free IPL streaming! Viewers must subscribe, with plans starting at ₹149, to watch full matches. Check here where you can watch the TATA IPL 2025 season.

With thrilling matches from the very start, the excitement around TATA IPL 2025 is building up, leaving fans wondering where they can watch the tournament.

No More Free IPL 2025 Streaming! Where To Watch IPL 2025? Check Here!

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The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), one of the sides with the largest fanbases in the history of the IPL, marked a surprising IPL auction by picking the majority of English players, though they didn’t opt to retain a single player from their previous editions. 
Having gone into the auction with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virat_Kohli" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Virat Kohli</a>, Rajat Patidar, the newly assigned skipper for RCB in IPL 2025, and Yash Dayal as the only retained players, they included Englishmen like Phil Salt, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liam_Livingstone" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Liam Livingstone</a>, and Jacob Bethell in the side. 
Bethell, the young Englishman who was about to make his IPL debut with RCB this season, was ruled out owing to an injury he faced during the first ODI against India earlier this series. Bethell was largely doubtful of the IPL 2025; however, now he has been reported to be back and available for RCB in his first season. 
https://x.com/ImTanujSingh/status/1897627289262727260
<h2 dir="ltr">RCB’s best possible Playing 11 under skipper Rajat Patidar </h2>
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Virat Kohli will once again feature as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Challengers_Bengaluru" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RCB</a>’s star cricketer since he will lead their batting from the front, featuring at the top of the order.
The four possible overseas players who might feature in the playing 11 would include the likes of Phil Salt, the wicket-keeper batsman who was startled by his dominating performance for KKR last season. 
While Liam Livingstone and Tim David will be considered in the 11 alongside Jacob Bethell since Josh Hazlewood, the Australian speedster, was not considered owing to his supposed unavailability owing to injury. 
RCB Probable Playing 11: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar [C], Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, and Rasikh Dar.
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RCB all-rounder Jacob Bethell is likely to be back for IPL 2025

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Good News for RCB ahead of IPL 2025 - Star English all-rounder confirms return from injury

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The TATA IPL 2025 is just a month away now and with the announcement of the Official schedule by BCCI, the wave of excitement and thrill ride is over the mind of all Indians. Here is the PDF of all the matches in IPL 2025 along with individual team's fixtures.

This post contains a PDF of the IPL 2025 schedule. The PDF is consist of full IPL Schedule, full teamwise schedule for all 10 teams and more.

IPL 2025 Schedule PDF Download | Indian Premier League 2025 All Teams' Fixtures in One PDF

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The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai_Super_Kings">Chennai Super Kings</a> IPL 2025 schedule has also been presented secludedly alongside the IPL schedule, which was released yesterday evening. CSK, the most successful team in the history of the IPL, will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against arch-rivals the Mumbai Indians on the 23rd of March. 
CSK have scheduled most of their beginning matches on their home ground at the iconic venue of Chepauk, in Chennai. They will also feature in matches scheduled to be played at Guwahati, Mullanpur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata other than their home ground. 
<h2 dir="ltr">A Trivia of CSK’s IPL 2025 Schedule:</h2>
CSK are placed alongside Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, and Royal Challengers Bangalore in Group A for the IPL 2025.  
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<tr>
<td>
DATE
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<td>
MATCH DETAILS
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VENUE
</td>
<td>
TIME
</td>
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<td>
23rd March 2025
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<td>
CSK vs MI
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<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
28th March 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs RCB
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
30th March 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs RR
</td>
<td>
Guwahati
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
5th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs DC
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
3:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
8th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs PBKS
</td>
<td>
Mullanpur
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
11th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs KKR
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
14th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs LSG
</td>
<td>
Lucknow
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
20th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs MI
</td>
<td>
Mumbai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
25th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs SRH
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
30th April 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs PBKS
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
3rd May 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs RCB
</td>
<td>
Bengaluru
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
7th May 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs KKR
</td>
<td>
Kolkata
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
12th May 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs RR
</td>
<td>
Chennai
</td>
<td>
7:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
18th May 2025
</td>
<td>
CSK vs GT
</td>
<td>
Ahmedabad
</td>
<td>
3:30 PM
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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(SOURCE: iplt20.com)
 
<h2 dir="ltr">CSK have an extensive record at Chepauk </h2>
The Chennai Super Kings stunned all over the years in the history of the IPL, while they have been featuring a rich legacy in the history of the IPL at the venue of MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. 
CSK have the best record among all teams in their home ground, as they have a win percentage of almost 70%, as they won 48 of the 67 matches at Chepauk. Often referred to as the Lion’s Den, CSK do give a standout performance at Chennai. They are scheduled to play the 7 matches in Chennai in the group stage games. 
<h2 dir="ltr">CSK’s record at Other Venues of IPL 2025</h2>
CSK have not featured in IPL matches held at the Guwahati and Mullanpur grounds, and hence do not have a record on these tracks. 
Ekana Stadium, Lucknow- CSK have played only on one occasion at the iconic Ekana Stadium and the only match on this ground ended without a result in the high scoring ground. The match was washed off due to rain. 
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai CSK have been facing their arch-rivals Mumbai Indians for 15 consecutive editions they have featured in the IPL, excluding the two-year ban. CSK, in their long pursuit, have made 25 appearances in Wankhede, thus winning on 13 occasions and losing 12 with a win ratio of 1.083. 
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Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru CSK have always had the upper hand over RCB in the history of the IPL. Winning on 21 occasions, CSK holds a huge advantage over RCB. Having played 11 matches at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, CSK have won on 5 occasions, with their final defeat in last year’s decisive match, which took RCB off to the playoffs and knocked out CSK. 
Eden Gardens, Kolkata Playing on 11 occasions at the Eden Gardens, Chennai Super Kings have won 7 matches, while 4 of the losses have been against the home side KKR, with their victory in 2011 IPL over Mumbai Indians also being on this iconic ground. The Eden Gardens will also host the finals of IPL 2025. 
<img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202502/image_430x256_67b2fbb85b7ee.jpg" alt="CSK's terrific domination and fanbase in Kolkata" width="751" height="467">
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad- With the stadium coming in as an IPL venue since 2022, Gujarat Titans have been nearly invincible on their home turf, as CSK have also won only on one of the four occasions they played on this ground. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Best 11 based on IPL venues for CSK: </h2>
These picks are made based on the conditions of the track in different stadiums across India, as the tracks of Chepauk and Narendra Modi Stadium need more spinners and bowlers with a slow release, hence the need for Ellis and Noor increases, while in tracks like Eden Gardens and Wankhede, the pacers play a crucial role. Stadiums like Guwahati and Chinnaswamy are batting tracks that suppose the inclusion of Ravindra and sloggers like Jamie Overton down the order. 
Sometimes, Vijay Shankar and Deepak Hooda have been added to the 11 following their domestic record and experience on the scheduled tracks. 
CSK’s Best Probable Playing 11: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana, and Khaleel Ahmed. 
CSK Best 11 at Chepauk Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana, and Khaleel Ahmed.
Impact Player: Noor Ahmed
CSK Best 11 at Guwahati Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana and Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Players: Rachin Ravindra / Jamie Overton
CSK Best 11 at Mullanpur Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana and Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Players: Nathan Eliis / Rachin Ravindra
CSK Best 11 at Ekana Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana and Mukesh Choudhary
Impact Players: Noor Ahmed / Jamie Overton
CSK Best 11 at Chinnaswamy Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Noor Ahmed, Mateesha Pathirana and Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Gurjapneet Singh / Rahul Tripathi
CSK Best 11 at Eden Gardens Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana and Nathan Ellis
Impact Player: Khaleel Ahmed
CSK Best 11 at Wankhede Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Anshul Kamboj, Mateesha Pathirana and Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Jamie Overton / Rachin Ravindra
CSK Best 11 at Narendra Modi Stadium: Ruturaj Gaikwad [C], Devon Conway, Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Ravi Ashwin, Noor Ahmed, Nathan Ellis and Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Deepak Hooda 
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Chennai Super Kings IPL 2025 schedule with head-to-head record at every scheduled venue

Here is the complete IPL 2025 schedule for Chennai Super Kings' matches, with venue details and head-to-head record.

Chennai Super Kings IPL 2025 Schedule: Form analysis and Head to Head record at scheduled venues and Best 11 based on venue

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IPL 2025 Schedule, Team, Venue, Time Table, PDF, Points Table, Ranking & Winning Prediction

Know the IPL 2025 schedule, teams, venues, time table, and download the PDF. Check the latest points table, team rankings, and winning predictions for IPL season 18.

IPL 2025 Schedule, Team, Venue, Time Table, PDF, Points Table, Ranking & Winning Predictions

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The biggest t20 tournament in the world, the IPL is back and the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League is all set to kick off on the 22nd of March with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening contest of the tournament. The full schedule has also been unveiled and we will be focussing on the schedule in this article

IPL 2025 Schedule: Complete Match Details, Venues & Timings | KKR vs RCB to kick off the tournament

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Mumbai Indians, the highly successful franchise in the IPL, faced a surging blow with the newly auctioned <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allah_Mohammad_Ghazanfar">Allah Ghazanfar </a>ousted from the IPL 2025 owing to his injury. Mumbai’s hopes were pinned on the rising Afghan spinner, and now another Afghan has replaced him after his injury. 
The Mumbai team has reported to include <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mujeeb_Ur_Rahman">Mujeeb Ur Rahman</a>, the spinner who went unsold in the IPL auction after having played several matches for the Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad. 
https://x.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/1891024178880327732
The Mumbai Indians now had to bring him in exchange for the 18-year-old Afghan rising talent who was bought for INR 4.80 crores. Ghazanfar sustained an injury during the Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe and was declared to miss the upcoming IPL season as well. 
Mujeeb Ur Rahman has played 19 matches in his IPL career and went on to pick 19 wickets as well, with his best season back in 2018, when he also appeared in the most number of matches. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Mujeeb and Santner to form the MI spin duo?</h2>
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If the Mumbai Indians decide to form a formidable spin attack, then they will include the likes of both their spinners, experienced overseas campaigner Mitchell Santner, who has had some experience playing for the Chennai Super Kings as well. 
Mitchell Santner might be leading the MI spin attack, but Mujeeb might be an asset, especially if <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jasprit_Bumrah">Bumrah</a> misses the IPL, considering he can come in handy with the new ball, as unlike other spinners, Mujeeb is often seen bowling in the powerplays. 
Now Mujeeb might be an asset for the same, while he is surely not MI’s first-choice spinner with Santner in the side. 
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Mujeeb Ur Rahman joins Mumbai Indians as replacement for injured Allah Ghazanfar

Former Punjab Kings spinner joins Mumbai Indians as replacement for injured Allah Ghazanfar

Experienced Afghan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman joins the Mumbai Indians squad, replacing injured Allah Ghazanfar

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IPL 2025 Lucknow Super Giants: The stage is set for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to turn a new leaf in the 2025 IPL season. After a high-stakes mega auction held in Jeddah, the franchise has made bold moves, with none bolder than acquiring Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking INR 27 Crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. Adding to the excitement, Pant has been named captain, marking a fresh beginning for the team.
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Pant expressed his gratitude and determination at the unveiling ceremony: "I will give my 200% and that's my commitment to you. Looking forward to a new beginning, with new energy, and just have a blast out there." His enthusiasm mirrors LSG's ambitions as they look to make a strong impact this season.
<h2>Strengths of LSG: A Solid Batting Core</h2>
LSG's biggest asset this year is their formidable batting lineup. With heavyweights like Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran, and the young Ayush Badoni, the team has a blend of experience and raw talent. The middle order is particularly strong, promising stability and fireworks when needed. Former Indian cricketer and LSG mentor Zaheer Khan noted: "We have lots to achieve, and you personally [Pant] have a lot to give to this beautiful game of cricket."
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The inclusion of players like Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh adds depth and flexibility to the squad. The batting order is well-equipped to handle pressure situations, which could be pivotal in their quest for the playoffs.
<h2>Weaknesses of LSG: A Bowling Department Under Pressure</h2>
Despite their strong batting, LSG's bowling lineup lacks the same level of assurance. The pace attack, led by Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan, shows potential but lacks experience in crunching IPL moments.
With young bowlers like Mayank Yadav and Shamar Joseph yet to establish themselves, the bowling unit might struggle against seasoned batting lineups. The management will need to focus on building confidence and strategy for their bowlers.
<h2>Opportunities in LSG: Spotlight on Young Talent</h2>
The mega auction saw LSG invest heavily in young and promising players. This season provides a golden opportunity for these talents to showcase their skills on a big stage, potentially paving their way into international cricket. Players like Arshin Kulkarni and Digvesh Singh will look to learn from veterans and make the most of their chances.
Pant emphasized backing players and fostering confidence: "If you give confidence and trust to a player, he will do things which you can't even imagine for you and for the team." His leadership style could unlock new dimensions in LSG's performance.
<h2>Threats for LSG: Fragile Foundations in Key Areas</h2>
LSG’s Achilles heel lies in their overreliance on top-order stars. If players like Pant, Miller, or Pooran fail in a game, the middle and lower order might struggle to shoulder the responsibility. Additionally, inconsistent form from key players like Marsh and Markram adds an element of uncertainty. The team also carries the baggage of missing playoffs last season, which could play on their minds.
<h2>Rishabh Pant: A Leader with a Vision</h2>
Pant brings leadership experience, having captained Delhi Capitals, and a fresh perspective after recovering from personal challenges, including his near-fatal road accident. Zaheer Khan reflected on his journey: "To see you grow as a fine cricketer... inspiring a new style of play, is commendable." Under his leadership, LSG aims to play fearless and entertaining cricket.
Owner Sanjiv Goenka has ambitious goals for the franchise. Drawing inspiration from IPL giants like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, he stated: "Support us, and I assure you that LSG will not disappoint you. You fall down, stand up, run faster." With seasoned mentors like Zaheer Khan and head coach Justin Langer in the dugout, LSG is building a team culture focused on consistency and resilience.
As the season approaches, LSG fans have much to look forward to. The combination of experienced players, promising young talent, and a dynamic captain promises a thrilling campaign. With a fearless attitude and renewed focus, LSG is ready to take the IPL 2025 by storm.

Lucknow Super Giants start afresh for IPL 2025 under Rishabh Pant’s leadership. With a strong batting lineup and young talent, the team aims to overcome challenges and play fearless, exciting cricket.

Rishabh Pant leads LSG in IPL 2025. Backed by power-packed batting and emerging talents, they’re set for a thrilling season.

How Strong is LSG under Rishabh Pant? In-depth Analysis of LSG Squad With Rishabh Pant as Captain

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The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played in 2025, as it is scheduled to begin on the 21st of March. The IPL, considered one of the greatest leagues in the world in terms of franchise-level T20 cricket, has turned out to be a massive platform for younger talents from around the world. 
The IPL has given high standards to players like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Maxwell">Glenn Maxwell</a>, David Miller, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shikhar Dhawan, who later went on to establish themselves as greats of the game in international cricket. 
Many senior players and Indian domestic scouts look out for and keep track of the domestic games that recognize junior uncapped players who are instead picked in the IPL mega-auction. 
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<h2 dir="ltr">Top scouted players who can make it big post the IPL 2025:</h2>

<h3 dir="ltr">Jacob Bethell </h3>
The English batting all-rounder, Bethell, has been a standout talent in international cricket. The player stepped up from the English Vitality T20 Blast, and later the world witnessed his rise in both T20, ODI, and test cricket for England, as the kiddo has made his mark across all formats. 
Currently, Bethell is being seen making his mark in Australia in the ongoing Big Bash League while he is about to make his debut for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Anshul Kamboj </h3>
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Anhsul Kamboj starred in IPL 2024 for the Mumbai Indians (Image Credit: X)
The player who made his debut in the IPL with the Mumbai Indians has been picked up by the Chennai Super Kings for the upcoming season of the IPL in 2025. Kamboj has been a stunning player in the T20 domestic tournament in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while he also left his mark in the Duleep Trophy and the Ranji Trophy as well. 
He recently made the cut of news headlines as he picked all 10 wickets in a single innings of a test match and made it to the unique record books. Kamboj is sure to earn some name for himself after his contributions with both bat and ball. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Vipraj Nigam</h3>
The youngster has been stunning with his recent performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and later in the UP T20 League. Nigam does not have stats in his favour; while he has been a superb hitter of the white ball, his services have also been outstanding with the promising medium pace he bowls. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Allah Ghazanfar </h3>
Mumbai Indians have picked the young Afghan spinner as their lead spin option if Mitchell Santner is not featured in the games. Ghazanfar is known to have taken the place of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, as the new off-spinner has brought immense glory to the Afghan team. 
The spinner might excel in the subcontinent and hence might be a standout player to look after the IPL 2025 concludes. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Suryansh Shedge</h3>
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The explosive down the order batsman for Mumbai (Image Credit: India Today)
Promising down the order, batting all-rounder Shedge has been a stunning performer down the order while the batter has played for the Mumbai team in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. On many occasions, the batter has played with a strike rate of over 250 in the shortest format. 
While with the ball, he has been effective as well and has picked wickets at regular intervals. Shedge has been picked by the Punjab Kings for a very minor cost, though his effectiveness will be a major effort to watch out for in the upcoming season of the IPL. 
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A look into the underdog players picked for IPL 2025 who can excel in this season

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played in 2025, as the IPL 2025 is scheduled to begin on the 21st of March. The IPL, considered one of the greatest leagues in the world in terms of franchise-level T20 cricket, has turned out to be a massive platform for younger underdog talents from around the world. 

Top 5 underdog talents who can be star favourite players post IPL 2025

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