Russell is not the only one struggling: KKR mentor Bravo
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has already witnessed its share of ups and downs, with some teams struggling to find their footing in the tournament. Among those struggling is the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who have had a disappointing campaign so far. In a recent interview, KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo spoke about the team’s struggles, and surprisingly, he didn’t single out Andre Russell as the only player struggling.
Russell, the KKR all-rounder, has been one of the team’s most consistent performers in recent years. However, in the ongoing IPL 2025, he has struggled to make an impact. In the recent match against Gujarat Titans (GT), Russell was dismissed by leg spinners twice, which has raised concerns about his form. Bravo, however, believes that Russell is not the only one struggling at the moment.
“Russell is an experienced player. Just a couple of games, the leg spinners have got him out. But I don’t think we actually had the team batting properly. So that is the reality. Russell is not the only one who is struggling at the moment,” Bravo said in an interview.
Bravo’s comments suggest that the entire KKR team is struggling, not just Russell. The team has been plagued by inconsistent performances from several players, including some of the big names in their squad. Bravo’s remarks could be seen as a call to action for the team to work together and improve their overall performance.
KKR has been one of the most successful franchises in the IPL, having won the championship twice in the past. However, in recent years, they have struggled to maintain a consistent level of performance. This season, they have been plagued by injuries to key players, including Russell, which has further added to their woes.
Bravo, who has been a successful player himself in the IPL, knows what it takes to win the tournament. As KKR mentor, he has been working closely with the team to improve their performance. His comments suggest that he is not satisfied with the team’s current form and is urging them to work harder to improve.
KKR’s struggles are not limited to their batting. Their bowling department has also been struggling to contain the opposition’s runs. The team has been relying heavily on Sunil Narine, their experienced spinner, but even he has struggled to make an impact in the recent matches.
Despite their struggles, KKR is still a formidable team, and Bravo believes that they have the talent and resources to turn their campaign around. He is urging the team to focus on their strengths and work on their weaknesses to improve their performance.
“We have a good team, and we have a good squad. We just need to get the right combination and the right mindset. We need to focus on our strengths and work on our weaknesses. If we can do that, I think we can turn our season around,” Bravo said.
In conclusion, Bravo’s comments suggest that KKR is not just struggling with Russell’s form, but the entire team is struggling to find their footing in the tournament. The team needs to work together to improve their performance, and Bravo believes that they have the talent and resources to do so.
