The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League started on 22 March 2025. The final of the tournament is scheduled for 25th May 2025. There will be a total of 74 action-packed matches across 13 different cities for the crazy cricket fans.

In a long and challenging tournament like IPL, the role of Captains and coaches becomes essential. The captains, with their leadership qualities, and the coaches, with their tactical expertise, are the key to their respective team's performances in the season. Each year, there is anticipation around the announcement of Captains and coaches.

All IPL 2025 Teams and Captains

Here is the complete list of captains of all 10 teams of the IPL 2025.

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1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Captain: Rutujraj Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings, synonymous with the legendary MS Dhoni, starts a new chapter in 2025 with Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain. Gaikwad has consistently performed for CSK for the past four seasons, with 1952 runs in 57 matches at an average of 39.04. He led India to a Gold medal at the 2023 Asian Games.

Team Coach: Stephen Fleming

Stephen Fleming has been the coach of CSK since 2009. His calm approach, strategic thinking, and ability to get the best out of his players have been instrumental in the team's past successes.

2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

Captain: Rajat Patidar

Rajat Patidar will captain Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2025 IPL. He has captained the team in the past two seasons and qualified for the playoffs in 2022. When Patidar was retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League, some analysts opined that he was in the race for the franchise's captaincy, especially with skipper Faf du Plessis not retained. Patidar was appointed the new RCB captain for IPL 2025.

Team Coach: Andy Flower

Andy Flower, the former Zimbabwean cricketer, will be the new head coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He has previously coached the England Cricket Team and LSG in the Indian Premier League with reasonable success. Andy will try to replicate this here.

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3. Mumbai Indians (MI)

Captain: Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya returns to lead the Mumbai Indians in the 2025 IPL. MI is known for their consistent success under Rohit Sharma's leadership. The all-rounder's explosive batting, aggressive bowling, and leadership qualities with the Indian team and Gujarat Titans make him a worthy successor to Rohit Sharma.

Team Coach: Mahela Jayawardene

4. Gujarat Titans (GT)

Captain: Shubhman Gill

Shubhman Gill will be the new captain of the Gujarat Titans for the 2025 IPL. After Hardik Pandya's departure, Gill's talent and maturity beyond his years make him an exciting choice for the captain. He was instrumental in taking GT to the IPL final in 2023.

Team Coach: Ashish Nehra

Ashish Nehra, known for his aggressive bowling, will be GT's head coach for the third season. Nehra won the 2022 IPL and finished runner-up in 2023. Nehra's guidance and experience can help Gill grow his leadership skills and navigate the challenges of captaincy.

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5. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

Captain: Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane is an experienced Indian cricketer known for his calm temperament and solid technique. He has been a key contributor in both Tests and the IPL, offering stability in the middle order.

Team Coach: Chandrakant Pandit

Chandrakant Pandit, the head coach of KKR, has a lot of experience in domestic cricket. He coached Vidarbha to Ranji Trophy wins in 2018 and 2019 and Madhya Pradesh in 2022.

6. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Captain: Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant is a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter known for his aggressive style and match-winning abilities. Representing Delhi Capitals, he made a mark early, becoming one of the youngest impactful players in the IPL.

Team Coach: Justin Langer

Justin Langer brings years of experience in international cricket to the LSG dugout. His previous coaching stint was with the Australia National Cricket Team from 2018 to 2022.

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7. Delhi Capitals (DC)

Captain: Axar Patel

Axar Patel is a reliable all-rounder known for his economical left-arm spin and handy lower-order batting. Playing for Delhi Capitals, he has consistently contributed with both ball and bat in crucial moments.

Team Coach: Hemang Badani

8. Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Captain: Shreyas Iyer 

Shreyas Iyer is the captain of Punjab after missing the last season due to injury. He previously captained Delhi Capitals and KKR.  He took the team to its maiden IPL final (loss against MI). 

Team Coach: Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting is a legendary former Australian cricketer and a two-time World Cup-winning captain. In the IPL, he has served as a successful coach, currently mentoring the Delhi Capitals with his sharp cricketing acumen.

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9. Rajasthan Royals (RR)

Captain: Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson, the flamboyant wicketkeeper batter, continues to lead the Rajasthan Royals. Samson's explosive batting, wicket-keeping skills, and energetic personality make him a natural leader. He captained RR to the IPL final in 2022, its first since 2008.

Team Coach: Vikram Rathour

Vikram Rathour is a former Indian cricketer and currently serves as the batting coach of the Indian national team. Known for his technical expertise, he plays a key role in shaping India’s batting lineup across formats.

10. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Captain: Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins, Australia World Cup and World Test Championship-winning captain, will be the new captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2024 IPL. SRH will hope for change in their fortunes after finishing 2nd, 8th, and 10th in the last three seasons.

Team Coach: Daniel Vettori

Daniel Vettori, the legendary New Zealand spinner, is then the new head coach of Sunrisers Hyderabad. He previously coached RCB from 2014 to 2018, taking them to the IPL final in 2016.

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The IPL 2025 promises to be a season filled with diverse leadership styles. From experienced players like Dhawan and Faf du Plessis to young talents like Gaikwad and Gill, the captains bring a unique mix of skills and personalities to the table. The coaches, with their wealth of experience and strategic expertise, will play a vital role in supporting their captains and guiding their teams to victory. Who will emerge as the most successful leader this season?

FAQs

Who is the captain of RCB in IPL 2025?

The captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2025 is Rajat Patidar. He took over the captaincy from Virat Kohli in 2022 and continues to lead the team this season.

Who is the captain of CSK in IPL 2025?

The captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025 is Ruturaj Gaikwad. MS Dhoni stepped down as captain before the start of the season, and Ruturaj was chosen to lead the team.

Who is the captain of KKR in IPL 2025?

The captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2025 is Ajinkya Rahane. The last season was missed by him due to injury.

Who is the captain of MI in IPL 2025?

The captain of the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 is Hardik Pandya. He took over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma in a significant leadership transition for the team this season.

Who is the former captain of RCB?

The former captain of RCB is Virat Kohli. He led the RCB for many years before stepping down from the captaincy role before the 2022 IPL season.

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