Dwayne Bravo Retires, Joins KKR as Mentor

Dwayne Bravo, a legendary all-rounder from the West Indies, has officially retired from all forms of cricket after suffering a groin injury during the 2024 Caribbean Premier League (CPL). Bravo, who is the highest wicket-taker in T20 history with 631 dismissals, announced his retirement via an emotional Instagram post, reflecting on his 21-year career. Following his retirement, Bravo has joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a mentor for the 2025 IPL season, succeeding Gautam Gambhir, who has become India's head coach. This move has sparked mixed reactions among Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fans, where Bravo had a long and successful tenure. KKR's management, including CEO Venky Mysore and co-owner Shah Rukh Khan, expressed excitement over Bravo's appointment, highlighting his experience and winning mentality. Bravo will also be involved with other franchises under the Knight Riders umbrella, including CPL, Major League Cricket, and ILT20.