New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) star spinner Varun chakravarthy recently shared insights about his IPL journey, handling pressure, and ambitions for the upcoming Dad IPL 2025 season in an exclusive interview on JioHotstar’s special show ‘Gen Bold.’ The mystery spinner, a key figure in KKR’s TATA IPL 2024 championship-winning campaign, reflected on his experiences and future goals.
Learning from TATA IPL 2024 Victory
Varun Chakravarthy emphasized that every season starts afresh, regardless of past success.
“The lesson is that you can have a great previous tournament, but again you have to start from scratch. That’s what cricket teaches you. You can have fantastic two or three tournaments, but in the next one, you have to start from zero. So, that’s what I’m preparing for—starting from scratch,” he said.
Handling High-Pressure Moments
Discussing his approach to crucial in-game situations, Chakravarthy highlighted the importance of simplicity.
“What I have learned till now is to just keep things very simple—don’t try to do something very different, don’t try to bowl a magic ball or create a magic moment. The most impactful thing you can do is stick to your basics, do them well, and execute them properly,” he explained.
Balancing Expectations & Staying Focused
As one of KKR’s most dependable bowlers, Chakravarthy addressed the pressure that comes with playing in a high-profile tournament like the IPL.
“Expectations have always been there from the first game I played, and it’s not just for me—it’s for every cricketer in the TATA IPL. So, you just need to focus on your process and not think too far ahead.”
His Partnership with Sunil Narine
Chakravarthy credited his long-time teammate Sunil Narine for influencing his growth at KKR.
“Now that I’ve played five years alongside him—this is my sixth year—we don’t need to communicate as much anymore. He doesn’t have to spoon-feed me. I observe what he does, and if I have doubts, I go up to him. He has been the most valuable player in T20 cricket, and even this year, he will be the MVP.”
Wickets He Wants to Take This Season
Looking ahead to the TATA IPL 2025, Varun revealed the key batters he hopes to dismiss.
“Definitely any batsman who is in great form. Players like Heinrich Klaasen, Nicholas Pooran, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav—these guys are all star players. I would be very happy if I could pick their wickets.”
With his sharp skills and unwavering determination, Varun Chakravarthy is set to be a crucial asset for KKR once again in TATA IPL 2025.
