{"id":14870,"date":"2025-03-24T16:08:38","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T10:38:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/?p=14870"},"modified":"2025-03-24T16:08:39","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T10:38:39","slug":"venkatesh-iyer-ipl-2025-team-price-career-stats-records","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/cricket\/ipl\/venkatesh-iyer-ipl-2025-team-price-career-stats-records-14870\/","title":{"rendered":"Venkatesh Iyer IPL 2025 Price, Team, Career Stats, Records"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Venkatesh Iyer is an all-rounder from Indore, Madhya Pradesh who has done remarkably well in the Indian Premier League<\/a> (IPL). The cricketer made his T20<\/a> debut in 2021 and has played for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) franchise ever since. Iyer is an aggressive batsman and an effective bowler. Here\u2019s a closer look at his team, auction price, career stats, and records as per the latest updates and predictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a record-breaking bid at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction<\/a><\/strong>, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)<\/strong> secured all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer<\/strong> for a staggering Rs. 23.75 crore. This massive purchase highlights KKR’s confidence in Iyer’s match-winning abilities with both bat and ball as they aim to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venkatesh Iyer has been appointed vice-captain of Kolkata Knight Riders<\/a> (KKR) for IPL 2025. A key player for the team, Iyer brings strong leadership qualities and will support Ajinkya Rahane in guiding the team as they defend their title. Iyer’s all-round abilities and experience make him a crucial part of KKR’s leadership group.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Venkatesh Iyer IPL 2025 Team<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In the IPL 2025 season as well, Venkatesh Iyer will be playing for Kolkata Knight Riders only. His commitment to KKR, which began in 2021, is a testament to the franchise’s belief in his potential as a game-changing all-rounder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read Also:- IPL 2025 Mega Auction<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Venkatesh Iyer IPL Auction Price History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Year<\/th> Auction Price<\/th> Team<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
2021<\/td> Rs. 20.00 Lakhs<\/td> Kolkata<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/td> Rs. 8.00 Crores<\/td> Kolkata<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/td> Rs. 8.00 Crores<\/td> Kolkata<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/td> Rs. 8.00 Crores<\/td> Kolkata<\/td><\/tr>
2025<\/td> Rs. 8.00 Crores<\/td> Kolkata<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Venkatesh Iyer Performance in IPL 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As Batter<\/th> Runs Scored<\/th> Balls Faced<\/th> 4s<\/th> 6s<\/th> Strike Rate<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Venkatesh Iyer<\/td> 6<\/td> 7<\/td> 1<\/td> 0<\/td> 85.71<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Iyer\u2019s consistent retention at Rs. 8.00 Crores highlights his value as a match-winner for KKR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Career Highlights and IPL Debut<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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IPL Debut<\/strong>:\n
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Match<\/strong>: KKR vs RCB, 31st Match, IPL 2021<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Date<\/strong>: September 20, 2021<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Venue<\/strong>: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Last IPL Match (2024)<\/strong>:\n
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Match<\/strong>: KKR vs SRH, Final<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Date<\/strong>: May 26, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Venue<\/strong>: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
You Can Check Also<\/strong>:- Uncapped Players in IPL 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Venkatesh Iyer Career Stats (Batting & Bowling)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Batting & Fielding Stats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Year<\/th> Matches<\/th> Runs<\/th> HS<\/th> Avg<\/th> SR<\/th> 100<\/th> 50<\/th> 4s<\/th> 6s<\/th> Catches<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Career<\/td> 50<\/td> 1326<\/td> 104<\/td> 31.57<\/td> 137.13<\/td> 1<\/td> 11<\/td> 121<\/td> 61<\/td> 18<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/td> 14<\/td> 370<\/td> 70<\/td> 46.25<\/td> 158.80<\/td> 0<\/td> 4<\/td> 35<\/td> 19<\/td> 4<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/td> 14<\/td> 404<\/td> 104<\/td> 28.86<\/td> 145.85<\/td> 1<\/td> 2<\/td> 32<\/td> 21<\/td> 3<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/td> 12<\/td> 182<\/td> 50*<\/td> 16.55<\/td> 107.69<\/td> 0<\/td> 1<\/td> 17<\/td> 7<\/td> 4<\/td><\/tr>
2021<\/td> 10<\/td> 370<\/td> 67<\/td> 41.11<\/td> 128.47<\/td> 0<\/td> 4<\/td> 37<\/td> 14<\/td> 7<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Bowling Stats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Year<\/th> Matches<\/th> Balls<\/th> Runs<\/th> Wickets<\/th> BBM<\/th> Ave<\/th> Econ<\/th> SR<\/th> 4W<\/th> 5W<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Career<\/td> 51<\/td> 81<\/td> 143<\/td> 3<\/td> 2\/29<\/td> 47.67<\/td> 10.59<\/td> 27<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td><\/tr>
2024<\/td> 15<\/td> 6<\/td> 28<\/td> 0<\/td> 0\/28<\/td> –<\/td> 28.00<\/td> –<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td><\/tr>
2023<\/td> 14<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td> –<\/td> –<\/td> –<\/td> –<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td><\/tr>
2022<\/td> 12<\/td> 24<\/td> 46<\/td> 0<\/td> 0\/8<\/td> –<\/td> 11.50<\/td> –<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td><\/tr>
2021<\/td> 10<\/td> 51<\/td> 69<\/td> 3<\/td> 2\/29<\/td> 23.00<\/td> 8.11<\/td> 17<\/td> 0<\/td> 0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
You Can Read Also:- KKR Retained Players 2025 List<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kolkata Knight Riders Bought Venkatesh Iyer for \u20b923.75 Crore in IPL 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Venkatesh Iyer\u2019s importance to KKR in IPL 2025<\/a> baought at Rs 23.75<\/strong> Crore. . Based on how he fares in the year 2024, he may also play the role of a key finisher and bat in the top order. In addition, with his quick scoring at a high strike rate, and with effective bowling when required, he is indeed a very good player to have around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Focus Areas for 2025<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Strengthen bowling contributions to support KKR\u2019s middle overs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Maintain consistency in the top order with impactful innings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Enhance fielding performances to save crucial runs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The progression of Venkatesh Iyer in the IPL depicts his evolution as a trustworthy all-rounder for KKR. Over the course of several seasons, he has become one of the best players in the tournament. Venkatesh Iyer joins KKR for a record Rs 23.75 crore in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay tuned for more updates as Iyer continues to shine on the IPL stage!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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