Dwayne Bravo: T20 Legend Retires, Joins KKR as Mentor

Retirement Announcement

• Dwayne Bravo, announced retirement from all forms of cricket
• Decision came after an injury during his final Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season
• Bravo, West Indies legendary all-rounder turning 41 next month, is the leading wicket-taker in T20 cricket
• He had previously retired from international cricket in 2021 and the Indian Premier League in 2023

Illustrious Career Highlights

• 21-year professional career with numerous achievements
• Record holder for most T20 wickets: 631 wickets in 582 appearances
• Played over 900 matches across formats, including T20, first-class, and List-A cricket
• Won multiple titles in various leagues: CPL, IPL, PSL, and BBL
• Two-time T20 World Cup champion with West Indies (2012 and 2016)
• Five-time CPL champion, including three titles with Trinbago Knight Riders

Emotional Farewell

• Bravo shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, thanking the sport and his fans
• Expressed gratitude for living his dream and providing for his family through cricket
• Acknowledged the physical toll of the sport, stating his body could no longer endure the strain
• Thanked fans worldwide, especially those in Trinidad & Tobago, for their unwavering support
• Concluded his message with his signature "Champion" sign-off

New Chapter: KKR Mentor Role

• Hours after retirement announcement, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) appointed Bravo as team mentor for IPL 2025
• Bravo replaces Gautam Gambhir, who moved to a coaching role with India's senior men's team
• Will be involved with Knight Riders' global franchises in CPL, Major League Cricket, and ILT20
• Expressed excitement about transitioning from playing to mentoring and coaching
• Marks the end of Bravo's long-standing association with Chennai Super Kings, where he was a player and bowling coach