In Photo: From Rishabh Pant to Ajinkya Rahane – IPL team celebrates Holi with a lively festival before the 2025 season
As Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 The seasonal approach is scheduled for an opening match on March 22nd, with teams across the country taking a colorful break from rigorous preseason training to celebrate Holi, a festival of colours. The pleasant opportunity observed on March 14th this year linked players, coaches and support staff to an exhibition of unity and friendship, setting the tone of the much-anticipated tournament celebration. From Kolkata to Ahmedabad, Dharamsala and New Delhi, the IPL franchise embraced the spirit of Holi and blended tradition with team building ahead of the high stakes season.
Kolkata Knight Rider: Defending Champion kicks off stylishly
Defending champion, Kolkata Knight Rider (KKR)We entertained Holi at the team hotel in Kolkata. Teams led by teams Ajinkarahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singhand young talent Angkrish Raghuvanshitransforming the celebration into a lively event. Head coach Chandrakant Pandit Spin Bowling Coach Carl Crow I took part in the festival and got soaked in galar (colored powder) with the players.
Delhi Capitals: Dual Celebration
Delhi Capitals (DC) Mark Holi with a festive double dose and includes both male and female teams. The women’s team has a fresh off-season with three consecutive spots Women’s Premier League (WPL) The final (scheduled to be March 15 in Mumbai) began celebrations at the hotel early on March 14th.
Meanwhile, the boys’ team currently in the preseason camp in New Delhi took part on the same day. Images shared by the franchise capture the players and staff, dance and enjoy the atmosphere of celebration, and the colours drenched. For DC, this Holy was more than just a celebration. It was a moment to strengthen the bonds of the entire team, aiming for glory in both the IPL and WPL.
Gujarat Titans: Ahmedabad in illuminated colours
In Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans (GT) A lively Holi celebration made the training camp possible. Players traded cricket bats for a handful of Galars and turned their prep base into a riot of colour. The franchise was able to get a glimpse of the event on social media, highlighting the infectious energy among the teams. The IPL season just days later, the GT’s Holi Festival served as a refreshing break, allowing teams to recharge and reconnect before the campaign began.
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Punjab Kings: Celebration cheers in the Himalayas
Kitakami, Punjab Kings (PBK) Holi was celebrated at training base, HPCA stadium in Dharamsala. The team’s festival surrounded by a fantastic Himalayan background blended strategic preparation with cultural celebrations. The players and staff took time off from net sessions and indulged in traditional Holi revelations, causing colour and music to echo throughout the camp. PBKS’ Holi celebrations are testament to our efforts to build cohesive units as they aim to improve past performance at IPL 2025.
Rajasthan Royals: Rahul Dravid leads with resilience
Rajasthan Royals (RR) We have added a heartwarming twist to the Holi celebration in Jaipur. Head coach Rahul Dravidwas at the heart of the festival despite being locked in a wheelchair due to a recent injury while playing cricket in Bengaluru. Like a young star Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Paragand Dhruv Jurel I surrounded the mentor and made sure it was covered in colour along with the rest of the team. The Royals celebration highlighted their resilience and team spirit, as well as the qualities they bring into the IPL season with the goal of their second title.
Lucknow Super Giants: Nawabi Style Holy Celebration
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) This year, they brought their Holi celebrations with a stately talent and embraced the festival in true Nawabi style at their training camp. The LSG player, known for his elegant team ethos, traded his cricket kit for the traditional kurta and immersed himself in a refined, edgy celebration. Like a star Rishab Pants, Nicholas Folan And others were found enjoying the celebration.
