KKR IPL 2025 Squad: Complete List Of Kolkata Knight Riders Players And Auction Buys

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up for the IPL 2025 mega auction, aiming to strengthen their squad. After a triumphant IPL 2024 season, where they clinched their third title after a decade, KKR is eager to maintain their winning momentum. The team is focusing on filling gaps in their lineup while wisely using their remaining budget.

As the defending champions, KKR enters the auction with confidence. They aim to address key areas in their squad through strategic bidding. The mega auction is expected to be intense as teams look to rebuild for future seasons. KKR's strategy involves retaining a strong core of players and making smart acquisitions.

KKR has retained six crucial players, ensuring a solid foundation for their campaign. Rinku Singh stands out as the most significant retention. Additionally, Caribbean stars Andre Russell and Sunil Narine will continue with the team. Varun Chakravarthy's skills have also been retained, alongside Harshit Rana and Ramandeep Singh, who were uncapped at the time of retention but have since gained caps.

The franchise has allocated ₹69 crore for retentions, leaving them with ₹51 crore for the auction. Without any Right to Match (RTM) cards, KKR must bid strategically to reacquire released players. Their focus will likely be on securing strong opening partnerships and enhancing middle-order stability.

**The Purse will be Updated Live with the Auction

KKR's Auction Acquisitions

**The Players will be updated with the Auction

The full list of retained players includes Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Varun Chakravarthy. These players form the backbone of KKR's squad as they prepare for another competitive IPL season.