Kolkata, Mar 14 (UNI) The defending champions of the TATA IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) squad embraced the festive spirit of Holi at the team hotel, celebrating the festival of colours with vibrant enthusiasm.

The players and support staff took a break from their rigorous pre-season preparations to indulge in traditional Holi celebrations, exchanging colors, laughter, and camaraderie.

Amidst a splash of bright hues, KKR stars including Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi were seen enjoying the festivities, smearing colors on each other.

Also present amongst the celebrations were members of the coaching staff, including head coach Chandrakant Pandit and spin bowling coach Carl Crowe. The joyous occasion showcased the

strong bond within the team and the high spirits ahead of the upcoming season.

Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their TATA IPL 2025 campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens here.

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