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Former West Indies all-rounder Bravo announced as new mentor of Kolkata Knight Riders franchise

The former West Indies all-rounder thanked the Chennai Super Kings management for the love and support he received during his stint as the franchise's bowling coach, as he joins Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 champions Kolkata Knight Riders. Kolkata Knight Riders announced former West Indies all-rounder Bravo as the franchise's new mentor, replacing Gautam Gambhir ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025. A day before the announcement, Bravo, who will turn 41 next month, retired from all forms of cricket after suffering a groin injury in the Caribbean Premier League. Bravo retired from international cricket in 2021 and decided to end his time in the Indian Premier League last year. Last year, Bravo shifted his focus to coaching roles, playing for Chennai Super Kings and Afghanistan.

Speaking in a video by CSK's official X handle, Bravo said, "Vanakkam, this is a champion. It's no secret now that the news has come out that I have accepted the deal to mentor the Knight Riders franchise. I just want to give a special mention to the CSK management team at this time and give a special thanks for blessing me to do something that I'm really passionate about," Bravo said. "To my fans in Chennai and all the CSK fans around the world, I ask you to give me your blessings and support as always. I know this is a sad moment for you, but it's a moment in which I encourage you to continue to support me in everything that I do. Lots of love, always. See you soon. See you on the other side," he added. Bravo's stint with KKR will be his second coaching role in the cash-rich league. He joined Chennai Super Kings in 2011, retired from the franchise in 2022 and joined the five-time champions as bowling coach in 2023. The renowned West Indies all-rounder has won four IPL titles with CSK in different roles. The celebrated Caribbean star is the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history with 183 wickets and is also the first player to win the Purple Cap twice in the tournament in 2013 and 2015.

Bravo is excited about the new chapter that is about to begin in his life and said, “I have been a part of the Trinbago Knight Riders in the CPL for the last 10 years. Having played for and against the Knight Riders in various leagues, I have a lot of respect for the way they operate. The passion of the owners, the professionalism of the management and the family-like atmosphere make this a special place. It is the perfect platform for me as I transition from playing to mentoring and coaching the next generation of players. During his illustrious career, he has played 582 T20 matches, taking 631 wickets and scoring nearly 7,000 runs. With more championship wins than any other cricketer.