Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer stated that while it is not possible to ignore the price-tag pressure, it really doesn't matter once the IPL starts. "Pressure is always there irrespective. I'll be looking to absorb it instead while fulfilling my responsibilities," he further said. Venkatesh was bought back by KKR for ₹23.75 crore at IPL 2025 mega auction.