The 2025 IPL season is set to begin on March 22, with the opening match featuring Virat Kohli’s RCB against the defending champions, KKR, at Eden Gardens. Preparations for both teams are already underway, and excitement is building in Kolkata.

In this thrilling atmosphere, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane arrived in the city today, Tuesday, to join his team. Along with Rahane, key players of the Knight Riders’ squad, South Africa’s Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, have also joined the team. As the season opener approaches, the energy around Kolkata is intensifying, with fans eagerly awaiting the action.