Venkatesh Iyer: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bet big on Venkatesh Iyer in the mega auction of IPL 2025. KKR bought Venkatesh for Rs 23.75 crore. Venkatesh can also become the new captain of the team. But there has been no response from KKR. Meanwhile, an important information has come to light. Soon the doctor’s seal of approval may be placed on Venkatesh’s name. He has resumed studies. Actually, Venkatesh is doing PhD.
Venkatesh is doing PhD in Finance
Venkatesh believes that education is very important. And this continues till the end of life. He said during a recent interview, ‘I am doing PhD. Education makes it easier for me to take decisions in the field. I want cricketers to have not only cricket but also knowledge. I am doing PhD in Finance. So soon his name will be preceded by Doctor. Venkatesh has excelled in studies as well as cricket and has decided to continue cricket.
Venkatesh got profit in mega auction
Earlier Venkatesh was a part of KKR. Last season, KKR had given him a huge amount. But this time he got a lot of profit in the mega auction. Along with KKR, Royal Challengers Bangalore also wanted to buy him. RCB had last bid up to Rs 23.50 crore. But this time also KKR included him in the team for Rs 23.75 crore.