Photo Credit: Kolkata Knight Riders
Kolkata Knight Riders have officially announced that legendary cricketer Dwayne Bravo will be joining the franchise as a Mentor. Bravo, renowned for his exceptional career in all formats with the West Indies, has since become one of the most successful T20 specialists in history. Over his illustrious career, he has played 582 T20 matches, taken 631 wickets, and scored nearly 7,000 runs. With more championship wins than any other cricketer, Bravo’s experience is unparalleled.
Venky Mysore, CEO of Knight Riders Group, shared his excitement about the appointment: “DJ Bravo joining us is an exciting development. His relentless drive to win, along with his vast experience and deep knowledge, will greatly benefit our franchise and players. We’re also pleased that Bravo will be involved with our other franchises globally, including CPL, MLC, and ILT20.”
DJ Bravo also expressed his enthusiasm for this new chapter: “I’ve been part of the Trinbago Knight Riders for the last 10 years in the CPL. Having played for and against the Knight Riders in various leagues, I have a lot of respect for how they operate. The owners’ passion, the professionalism of the management, and the family-like environment make it a special place. This is the perfect platform for me as I transition from playing to mentoring and coaching the next generation of players.”
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is a professional cricket team based in Kolkata, competing in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Owned by Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, actress Juhi Chawla, and her spouse Jay Mehta, the team plays its home matches at Eden Gardens.
