In Ranji Trophy match,Venkatesh Iyer twists his ankle, saves MP from embarrassment later
In a worrying development for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) fans, all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer sustained a painful ankle injury during a Ranji Trophy match against Kerala. Playing for Madhya Pradesh, Iyer came to bat at a critical moment when his team was struggling at 50/4. Unfortunately, after facing just three balls, he twisted his right ankle and collapsed in agony on the pitch, prompting immediate medical attention from the team's physio.
Iyer's injury has raised significant concerns among KKR supporters, especially considering the franchise's hefty investment of Rs 23.75 crore in him during the IPL 2025 auction. After being helped off the field, he was later seen in the dugout with his injured leg elevated and wearing only one pad.
The injury is expected to require a recovery period of one to six weeks, which could potentially impact his availability for the upcoming IPL season starting March 21, 2025.
Iyer played a pivotal role in KKR's title win in IPL 2024, scoring 370 runs with an impressive strike rate. His absence would be a significant blow to the team as they prepare to defend their championship title