Kolkata Knight Riders Sign Dwayne Bravo as Gautam Gambhir's Successor

In a stunning move, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) announced Dwayne Bravo as the new mentor for the franchise ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The West Indies T20 legend replaces Gautam Gambhir, who stepped down after guiding KKR to IPL glory in 2024 and subsequently took over as head coach of Team India. Bravo, known for his success in multiple T20 leagues, including IPL and CPL, retired from professional cricket following a disappointing end to his Caribbean Premier League (CPL) career due to injury. This new appointment surprised many, especially fans of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Bravo’s former team, who were left in disbelief at his decision to join a rival franchise. The seasoned all-rounder expressed his excitement about transitioning from player to mentor, adding that he looked forward to working with the KKR family and contributing to the next generation of cricketers. Bravo’s retirement marks the end of an illustrious career, but his involvement in IPL continues as he steps into a crucial leadership role off the field.