Post-Retirement Dwayne Bravo Replaces Gautam Gambhir as Mentor of KKR

Former West Indies cricketer Dwayne Bravo, who recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket has been announced as the new mentor for Kolkata Knight Riders.

Bravo will replace Gautam Gambhir, who had a very successful stint with KKR, helping the team win the IPL trophy in the only season he was with the franchise.

According to an ESPNcricinfo report, Bravo met with KKR CEO Venky Mysore during the Caribbean Premier League before taking up the new role. Bravo will also reportedly oversee other franchises under the Knight Riders banner, including Trinbago Knight Riders (CPL), Los Angeles Knight Riders (MLC) and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ILT20).

“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.” KKR CEO Mysore was quoted as saying by ESPNcricinfo.