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Andre Russell Announced Retirement From IPL, Joining KKR as Coach
Updated - 1-DEC-2025 7:46 IST
Andre Russell, one of the most explosive all-rounders in IPL history, has decided to retire from active IPL cricket, ending an incredible era. Russell, who is renowned for his savage hitting, pure speed, and game-winning actions, leaves a legacy that attracted millions of fans and changed the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
He is scheduled to join KKR in IPL 2026 in a new position as the team's "power coach," which is an unusual but right move to highlight his significant impact on the game.
Andre Russell IPL Career Highlight
For more than ten years, Russell has been the backbone of KKR's bottom order. His ability to single-handedly turn games with outstanding cameos made him one of the most dangerous finishers in the tournament. This demonstrates the importance it was for the team.
Batting Stats
|
Matches Played |
140 |
|
Runs |
2651 |
|
Best |
88* |
|
Average |
28.2 |
|
Strike Rate |
174.17 |
|
100/50 |
0/12 |
|
4/6 |
186/223 |
Bowling Stats
|
Wickets |
2651 |
|
Best Figure |
5/15 |
|
Average |
23.27 |
|
Economy |
9.51 |
|
4/5 |
2/1 |
Share the emotion post on social media
Andre Russell shared an emotional post on social media informing about his retirement from the IPL career. He said
“Hanging up my IPL boots… but not the swagger
What a ride it’s been in the IPL — 12 seasons of memories, and a whole lot of love from the @KKRiders family
I’ll still be smashing sixes and taking wickets in every other league around the world
And the best part?”