IPL Golden Badge: What Is It and Why KKR Will Flaunt It in 2025?
The IPL Golden Badge is set to make its debut in IPL 2025, adding a fresh layer of prestige to the tournament. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions, will sport a special emblem on their jersey sleeve this season.
This initiative is like a tradition in European football leagues. Title-winning clubs wear a golden badge to show their dominance. Starting next season, the IPL champion will receive the badge to display.
KKR won the IPL 2024 trophy. Now, they will proudly wear the Golden IPL Badge in IPL 2025. This starts a new competitive tradition.
Why the IPL Golden Badge Matters
The introduction of the Golden Badge is not just a design upgrade—it’s a symbol of excellence. This tradition, like Manchester City’s gold Premier League badge, honors the defending IPL champions.
- First-ever IPL team to wear the badge: Kolkata Knight Riders
- Purpose: To honor the reigning champions
- Who gets it next? The IPL 2025 winner will carry it in IPL 2026
This addition boosts the brand identity of IPL winners. It gives players and fans more than just the trophy.
KKR’s Jersey: More Than Just a Badge
Besides the Golden IPL Badge, KKR’s 2025 jersey has another cool upgrade. It showcases a third star above their crest. This star stands for their three IPL titles from 2012, 2014, and 2024.
KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, will start their title defense on March 22. They will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. As they step onto the field, the Golden Badge will be a constant reminder of their reigning status.
Who Will Wear the IPL Golden Badge in 2026?
With KKR setting the precedent, the question now is: Which team will earn the badge next? The battle for supremacy in IPL 2025 is not just about lifting the trophy—it’s also about wearing the gold in IPL 2026.
As the race for the Golden IPL Badge begins, the pressure is on for teams to seize their chance at glory.
