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Andre Russell Looking At Retirement After IPL 2025? KKR Teammate Massive Revelation: “He Still…”

Andre Russell Looking At Retirement After IPL 2025? KKR Teammate Massive Revelation: “He Still…”

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Under-fire Jamaican star Andre Russell on Sunday silenced critics with a match-winning knock and his teammate Varun Chakravarthy revealed that the veteran all-rounder is keen to continue playing in the IPL for “easily six more years.” Russell, who turned 37 recently, had come under scrutiny for his patchy form this season after being retained by the defending champions for Rs 12 crore in a three-year deal ahead of the mega auction. With just 72 runs from seven innings at an average of 10.28, including four single-digit scores, questions were beginning to be raised about his place in the side. However, on Sunday, the Jamaican turned back the clock with a blazing unbeaten 57 off 25 balls, powering KKR to 206/4 in a must-win clash at Eden Gardens. The hosts went on to edge out Rajasthan Royals by a solitary run in a thrilling finish to keep their playoff hopes alive. “As far as I have spoken to him and interacted with him, he still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL which …

‘He still wants to play another two or three cycles’: Varun Chakarvarthy reveals Andre Russell’s plans | Ipl News

‘He still wants to play another two or three cycles’: Varun Chakarvarthy reveals Andre Russell’s plans | Ipl News

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Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell had a poor campaign with the bat till Sunday when he smacked a 25-ball 57 to turn the momentum of the batting innings for the hosts against the Rajasthan Royals. Every time Russell tends to have a good season, KKR invariably does well however, fitness has been a concern that has been hanging around his neck. However, his teammate Varun Chakarvarthy revealed that Russell could get through another two to three cycles of IPL. “As far as I’ve spoken to him and interacted with him, he still wants to play another two or three cycles of the IPL – which is easily six more years. He looks fine and fit. It doesn’t matter how old you are, as long as you’re contributing to the team. That’s the mindset. In franchise cricket, no one’s going to question that,” Chakarvarthy said in a post-match conference. Russell, promoted up the order, started with caution considering the number of overs left as got off the mark with a single off the 6th delivery …

“Another 2-3 Cycles…”: KKR Star Andre Russell’s Intentions Clear Regarding IPL Future

“Another 2-3 Cycles…”: KKR Star Andre Russell’s Intentions Clear Regarding IPL Future

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Under-fire Jamaican star Andre Russell on Sunday silenced critics with a match-winning knock and his teammate Varun Chakravarthy revealed that the veteran all-rounder is keen to continue playing in the IPL for “easily six more years.” Russell, who turned 37 recently, had come under scrutiny for his patchy form this season after being retained by the defending champions for Rs 12 crore in a three-year deal ahead of the mega auction. With just 72 runs from seven innings at an average of 10.28, including four single-digit scores, questions were beginning to be raised about his place in the side. However, on Sunday, the Jamaican turned back the clock with a blazing unbeaten 57 off 25 balls, powering KKR to 206/4 in a must-win clash at Eden Gardens. The hosts went on to edge out Rajasthan Royals by a solitary run in a thrilling finish to keep their playoff hopes alive. “As far as I have spoken to him and interacted with him, he still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL which …

Andre Russell Scripts History, Achieves Never-Done-Before Feat In IPL 2025

Andre Russell Scripts History, Achieves Never-Done-Before Feat In IPL 2025

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Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell scripted history by becoming the first ever overseas batter to slam 1000 IPL runs at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Russell, who has been been a part of KKR since 2014, achieved the feat during the IPL 2025 encounter against Rajasthan Royals on Sunday. There were two batters – Gautam Gambhir (1407) and Robin Uthappa (1159) – who achieved this feat before Russell but the West Indies international was the first overseas star to do so. Russell also completed 2500 runs for KKR in the tournament during his unbeaten 25-ball-57 Russell regained his mojo, slamming a 22-ball fifty to propel Kolkata Knight Riders to a formidable 206 for 4 in their must-win IPL match against Rajasthan Royals. The 37-year-old Jamaican, whose previous best this season was a modest 21 against Gujarat Titans, shrugged off a jittery start to unleash his trademark power-hitting, remaining unbeaten on 57 off 25 balls (4×4, 6×6). Riding on Russell’s late fireworks, KKR smashed 85 runs in the last five overs. He found …

Andre Agassi’s professional pickleball debut off to winning start as he partners teenage star

Andre Agassi’s professional pickleball debut off to winning start as he partners teenage star

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Andre Agassi is now racking up wins in pickleball too! The eight-time Grand Slam champion, who retired from professional tennis in 2006, seems to have found a second wind in a similar-feeling-but-different sport: pickleball! A day after he turned 55 years old, Agassi joined hands with an 18-year-old partner, Anna Leigh Waters, to claim a win in the mixed pro division at the US Open Pickleball Championships on Wednesday. Agassi and Leigh Waters defeated a pair of even younger teens 11-8, 9-11, 11-7. Leigh Waters is the top-ranked player in the world in women’s singles. According to Forbes, Waters earned more than $3 million playing pickleball in 2024. The report called her pickleball’s “biggest and most marketable star”. Story continues below this ad A report on CNBC’s website, stated that the partnership had come about after Leigh Waters’ suggestion, which Agassi accepted. “She’s probably sick of winning so much, and that’s why she called me and asked me to play,” Agassi joked. “We both tend to err on the aggressive side, and I think that …

“If Andre Russell Gets Out First Ball…”: KKR Blasted For Under-Utilisation Of Star Player

“If Andre Russell Gets Out First Ball…”: KKR Blasted For Under-Utilisation Of Star Player

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Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) playoff chances in IPL 2025 look slim, and the form of some of their star players are a cause for concern. One of these stars is West Indian stalwart Andre Russell, who has failed to fire consistently and failed to win matches for his franchise in IPL 2025. Russell has managed only 55 runs at a strike rate of 119 in this season, and has also been given a minimized role with the ball. Legendary former India cricketer Anil Kumble has criticised KKR’s utilisation of Russell. “I felt the utilisation of Andre Russell hasn’t been really great from a KKR standpoint. I think Russell should bat higher. He should certainly get more opportunities,” Kumble said, speaking on JioStar. Kumble pointed out KKR’s defeat to Punjab Kings (PBKS) as a game where Russell was under-utilised. In that match, KKR failed to chase down 112, with Russell left with a big task while having to bat with tail-enders. “Just look at the one that they lost to Punjab. I think in …

“If Andre Russell Gets Out First Ball…”: KKR Blasted For Under-Utilisation Of Star Player

RR Feeling Jos Buttler’s Absence, KKR Under-Utilising Andre Russell: Anil Kumble

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Legendary Anil Kumble reckons Rajasthan Royals’ decision to not retain Jos Buttler and Kolkata Knight Riders’ improper utilisation of Andre Russell are factors that have contributed significantly to the struggles of the former IPL winners thus far. Having played eight matches each so far, the defending champions KKR have lost five while the Royals have endured defeats in six. In a select media interaction on Wednesday, JioStar expert Kumble said, “Jos Buttler is someone who sort of was the key player for Rajasthan Royals for a while. He was instrumental in single-handedly doing damage to the opposition.” “So I was a bit surprised that RR didn’t retain him. I felt that both the games that they lost (previous two against DC and LSG), they had it in hand, which they shouldn’t have lost. “Missing Sanju Samson (to an injury) is a big thing. He’s a key player for Rajasthan Royals,” said Kumble, referring to RR captain who missed the last game and will not play against RCB due to an abdominal injury. Talking …

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Breaks 3 Records On His IPL Debut At 14, Joins Elite Club That Has Andre Russell

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Breaks 3 Records On His IPL Debut At 14, Joins Elite Club That Has Andre Russell

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The 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi had a solid Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as he started off his innings with a six on his first ball, making him the 10th player to do so. Suryavanshi joined the elite list during the IPL clash between RR and LSG at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium. The teenage batter started his IPL journey by smoking Avesh Khan for a massive six over covers, having everyone in awe. His innings was ended by Aiden Markram, who got him stumped by Rishabh Pant for an impactful 34 in 20 balls, with two fours and three sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 170.00. He also had an 85-run stand with Yashasvi Jaiswal during a run-chase of 181. Here are the three records that Vaibhav Suryavanshi on his first day in the IPL.  At the age of 14 years and 23 days, Suryavanshi is now the youngest debutant in IPL, which started in 2008. Suryavanshi broke the record of Prayas …

Andre Onana To Return In Goal For Manchester United Against Lyon: Ruben Amorim

Andre Onana To Return In Goal For Manchester United Against Lyon: Ruben Amorim

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Andre Onana was dropped for Sunday’s 4-1 defeat against Newcastle United.© AFP Andre Onana will start in goal for Manchester United in their season-defining Europa League match against Lyon on Thursday, manager Ruben Amorim has confirmed. The Cameroon international made two costly errors in last week’s 2-2 draw in France in the first leg of their quarter-final and was dropped for Sunday’s 4-1 defeat against Newcastle. Back-up goalkeeper Altay Bayindir played at St James’ Park but Onana will be back in goal at Old Trafford. “Onana, he will play tomorrow,” Amorim said at his pre-match press conference. The Portuguese coach said: “As a coach and former player first of all I try to do things that can help a player in this situation. “We speak about managing players physically but we also have to manage them also mentally. “We had one weekend where I felt it was better for Andre Onana not to play and a good thing for Altay (Bayindir) to play.” The United boss also confirmed that forward Joshua Zirkzee will …

Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Nortje’s bats fail the gauge test

Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Nortje’s bats fail the gauge test

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During their IPL match against Punjab Kings on Tuesday, three Kolkata Knight Riders’s batsmen, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine and Anrich Nortje’s bats failed the gauge test and were made to replace them. “Umpires have a new toy. Batters coming in with their 2nd choice bats…Check the scores… haha,” Dale Steyn tweeted cheekily late on Wednesday night after the conclusion of the KKR vs Punjab Kings game. The triangle-shaped plastic gauge has the dimensions of a legal bat printed on it: depth 2.68 inches, width 4.33 inches, edges 1.61 inches. The curve, or the bulge of the bat, seen on the lower non-hitting side of the bat, needs to be within 0.20 inches. Before this season, bats were not tested on match days; officials would conduct tests on the eve of the game. But this system had an obvious loophole: some batsmen would turn up for the game with different bats. Story continues below this ad When Andre Russell came out to bat against Punjab Kings in the 11th over, the umpire Saidharshan Kumar administered the …