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KKR has appointed veteran Indian batsman Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain.

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5. Limited T20 experience

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4. Nearing his retirement

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3. Poor Record in IPL

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2. Lacks T20 leadership

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1. Better options available

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5 reasons why Ajinkya Rahane as KKR captain is a wrong choice

KKR has appointed veteran Indian batsman Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain.

5. Limited T20 experience

4. Nearing his retirement

3. Poor Record in IPL

2. Lacks T20 leadership

1. Better options available

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