Former West Indian all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has made an intriguing revelation about his decision to become the mentor of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The former cricketer revealed that he consulted Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni before accepting the Kolkata Knight Riders’ offer for IPL 2025.
Bravo has been appointed as the mentor of the Knight Riders for IPL 2025. He replaced Gautam Gambhir, who played a crucial role in KKR’s success last season alongside head coach Chandrakant Pandit. KKR secured their third IPL title in 2024 with an eight-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final.
They Brought Me to Continue Their Legacy – Dwayne Bravo on Joining KKR as Mentor
In an Instagram video, Dwayne Bravo was asked whom he would support if Kolkata Knight Riders played Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025 final. Bravo stated that it was a tough choice but backed KKR. He added that the franchise brought him in to continue their legacy.
“Kolkata vs CSK, IPL final. I obviously want Kolkata to win. It’s sad but that’s where I’m coaching and that’s where they brought me to continue their legacy. Dhoni will understand,” Bravo said.
I Only Accepted the Offer After MS Dhoni Said Accept It – Dwayne Bravo
The 41-year-old revealed that he called MS Dhoni personally before accepting the role of Kolkata Knight Riders’ mentor. He stated that he only took the job after receiving Dhoni’s approval. Bravo expressed gratitude toward the former CSK captain and the franchise.
“When I got the job offer, I called him personally and I only accepted the offer after he said accept it. So, that’s the respect I have for him and the organization. Everyone really supported my decision, I’m happy and grateful for that and now I have to do what I have to,” Bravo added.
Dwayne Bravo Ended 13-Year Association with Chennai Super Kings
Dwayne Bravo ended his 13-year association with Chennai Super Kings, where he won four IPL titles in different roles. He played for CSK from 2011 to 2022 before becoming a bowling coach in 2023 and 2024.
Bravo is regarded as one of the greatest T20 players. Over his IPL career, he played for Mumbai Indians, CSK, and Gujarat Lions. The right-arm pacer featured in 161 matches and took 183 wickets. He is the third-highest wicket-taker in tournament history. With the bat, he also scored 1,560 runs in the league.
Bravo never played for the franchise in the IPL but has a connection with the Knight Riders setup. He led Trinbago Knight Riders to multiple Caribbean Premier League titles and also served as a coach for Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in ILT20.
Ajinkya Rahane-led KKR will kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday, March 22.
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