Kolkata Knight Riders
Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo Re! (We will do it, fight for it, win it!)
The Spirit of KKR: Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo!
More than just a tagline, "Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo" encapsulates the fighting spirit and unwavering belief of the Kolkata Knight Riders and their massive fanbase. Representing the vibrant city of Kolkata, KKR is known for its passionate supporters who fill the Eden Gardens with a sea of purple and gold.
Owned by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment and actress Juhi Chawla, KKR blends glamour with grit. They have tasted championship success three times, often relying on match-winners who can turn the game on its head and a never-say-die attitude instilled by mentors like Gautam Gambhir.
KKR's Game Changers
Shreyas Iyer
Captain / Batsman
Andre Russell
All-rounder
Sunil Narine
All-rounder / Spinner
Rinku Singh
Batsman / Finisher
Varun Chakravarthy
Spinner
Mitchell Starc
BowlerKKR Squad - IPL 2025 (Tentative)
Note: Squad composition will change after the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.
Top Order Batsmen
- Phil Salt (ENG - WK?)
- Venkatesh Iyer (IND)
- Shreyas Iyer (IND - Captain)
- Nitish Rana (IND)
Middle Order & Finishers
- Rinku Singh (IND)
- Andre Russell (WI)
- Ramandeep Singh (IND)
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi (IND)
Spinners
- Sunil Narine (WI)
- Varun Chakravarthy (IND)
- Suyash Sharma (IND)
Fast Bowlers
- Mitchell Starc (AUS)
- Harshit Rana (IND)
- Vaibhav Arora (IND)
- Chetan Sakariya (?) (IND)
Potential Retentions / Auction Targets
- (Overseas Fast Bowler)
- (Indian Wicket-Keeper)
- (Backup Opener)
- (Emerging All-rounder)
Eden Gardens: The Cauldron of Joy
Eden Gardens in Kolkata is more than just a cricket stadium; it's a historical landmark and the spiritual home of the Kolkata Knight Riders. As one of the oldest and largest grounds in India, it has witnessed countless iconic moments in cricket history.
The atmosphere during a KKR home game is legendary, with tens of thousands of passionate fans creating a deafening roar of support. The pitch itself can be variable, often assisting spinners but also offering value for strokeplay, especially under lights when dew can play a part. KKR has leveraged this home advantage masterfully over the years.
Quick Facts:
- Capacity: Approx. 68,000
- Ends: High Court End, Pavilion End
- Known For: History, Massive Crowds, Spin Assistance (sometimes)