IPL 2024: As the Indian Premier League(IPL) is round the corner, teams are gearing up for the highly anticipated event. In the latest development, on Thursday, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) CEO Venky Mysore said that Shreyas Iyer will continue to be the skipper of KKR and Nitish Rana will the Vice-Captain of the side for the 17th edition of IPL.Quick Update 👇#IPL2024 @VenkyMysore @ShreyasIyer15 @NitishRana_27 pic.twitter.com/JRBJ5aEHRO— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) December 14, 2023Why did KKR appoint new SkipperThe CEO of KKR said, It was indeed unfortunate that Shreyas missed IPL 2023 due to injury. We are delighted that hes back and at the helm as Captain. The way he has worked hard to recover from his injury and the form he has displayed is a testament to his character.Furthermore he added, We are also grateful that Nitish had agreed to step into Shreyass shoes last season and did a great job. Theres no doubt Nitish as Vice Captain will support Shreyas in every possible way for the benefit of #TeamKKR.Shreyas hails Nitish RanaResponding to the announcement, Shreyas Iyer said, I believe the last season presented us with several challenges, including my absence due to injury. Nitish did a great job not only filling in for me but also with his commendable leadership. I am delighted that KKR has named him Vice Captain. No doubt it will strengthen the leadership group.
